Edwards County is home to 16,866 Illinois residents. Over the past ten years, the county has seen an increase in growth of 60.15%, ranking it #806 in the US and #26 in Illinois for population growth.
Based on the counties residents and economy, Edwards County, IL is OK for retirees and great for families.
When considering schools and educational attainment, 88% of residents over 25 years of age graduated high school and 18.2% completed their bachelor’s degree or higher. The majority of students in Edwards County attend public school.
If diversity is essential, Edwards County received a F grade in diversity.