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Census Bureau reports Murphysboro population was 7,727 in 2020

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Murphysboro had a population of 7,727 people in 2020, according to U.S. Census Bureau data obtained by the Carbondale Reporter.

The median age was 40, with 53.3 percent of the total population being female and 46.7 percent male.

The state's total population in 2020 was 12,716,164.

An agency of the U.S. Federal Statistical System, the Census Bureau is responsible for compiling statistical facts about the American people, places and economy. Data for this story was compiled from the bureau’s American Community Survey. Information from the survey helps to determine how federal and state funds are distributed.

Murphysboro population by sex

Estimated NumberPercent of total population
Male3,60546.7
Female4,12253.3
Total Population7,727100

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