Nashville, Illinois
presidential history
Presidential margin, 2004–2024
Democratic minus Republican, by election
| Year | Margin (D minus R) |
|---|---|
| 2004 | −27.9% |
| 2008 | −15.2% |
| 2012 | −30.5% |
| 2016 | −51.5% |
| 2020 | −49.9% |
| 2024 | −50.2% |
DemocraticRepublican
6 presidential elections
| Year | Won | Democratic | Republican | Other | Margin | Swing | vs U.S. | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| R | 23.9%Harris384 | 74.1%Trump1,192 | 2.0% | R+50.2 | R+0.3 | R+48.8 | 1,608 | |
| R | 23.7%Biden397 | 73.7%Trump1,233 | 2.6% | R+49.9 | D+1.6 | R+54.4 | 1,674 | |
| R | 21.3%Clinton339 | 72.8%Trump1,160 | 6.0% | R+51.5 | R+21.0 | R+53.6 | 1,594 | |
| R | 33.5%Obama532 | 64.0%Romney1,017 | 2.6% | R+30.5 | R+15.3 | R+34.4 | 1,590 | |
| R | 41.6%Obama713 | 56.8%McCain974 | 1.7% | R+15.2 | D+12.7 | R+22.5 | 1,716 | |
| R | 36.0%Kerry626 | 63.9%Bush1,111 | 0.1% | R+27.9 | — | R+25.4 | 1,738 |
Nashville sits at the center of Washington County, a rural downstate community where population has held roughly steady for decades and agricultural land use shapes both the local economy and the electorate's orientation.
Across the recorded series it reached a Republican high of 51.5 points in 2016. The 2024 margin was 50.2 points.
A population of 2,940, a 97% non-Hispanic-white share, and a median household income of $63,170 describe the city.
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Frequently asked questions
How did Nashville, Illinois vote in 2024?
In 2024, Nashville, Illinois voted Republican by 50.2 points (R+50.2), carried by the Republican candidate. Out of 1,608 votes cast, 384 went Democratic and 1,192 went Republican.
How many people live in Nashville, Illinois?
Nashville, Illinois has a population of 2,940 according to the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates from the US Census Bureau.
What is the median household income in Nashville, Illinois?
Median household income in Nashville, Illinois is $63,170 — below the national median of $80,734. The Illinois state median is $83,390.
What is the political history of Nashville, Illinois?
Akashic tracks 6 presidential elections in Nashville, Illinois from 2004 to 2024. Of those, 0 went Democratic and 6 went Republican.