Beardstown is a small town in Cass County, Illinois in the United States. The population of this city is estimated to be 4,5,699 in 2020. The town consists mainly of medium-sized homes and apartment buildings. The majority of homes in Beardstown were built between 1940 and 1969, but there are a few older homes as well. The population is about average for a town of its size, with the median age being around twenty-two.
The Illinois River forms a major part of the economy of Beardstown, and two grain terminals on the river transfer farm products from farmers to barges. Outdoor recreation is another key economic driver, and a large pork slaughterhouse owned by Kraft, Cargill, and JBS has contributed to a rapidly-growing immigrant population. The town has a diverse economy, ranging from manufacturing to service.
Family size is an important consideration. Although the population of Beardstown is overwhelmingly married, the number of people who are single is still high. In fact, it is the second-most common type of family in Beardstown. Only two towns are more similar in terms of the percentage of married couples: Elsberry and Concord. Although Beardstown is the smallest of these towns, it has more than three times the number of single people.
While the majority of people in Beardstown City Center are White, there are also significant numbers of individuals of African descent. The neighborhood is home to five French speakers, making it an ethnically diverse city. While the city has a low rate of poverty, the majority of residents earn more than $38,224. While the town's median household income is $38,224, bear in mind that it has a very low poverty rate of only 5%.