Hartland, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Hartland, Illinois had a total population of 105, the 1326th largest community in Illinois.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Hartland Quick Facts
How Hartland Changed
Change from the 2019–2023 ACS period to 2020–2024. These are rolling five-year estimates, not year-over-year measurements.
| Metric | 2019–2023 | 2020–2024 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 114 | 105 | -7.9% |
How Hartland Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
People & Demographics
Age Distribution
Race & Ethnicity
Diversity Index
A less diverse community where one racial or ethnic group represents a large majority.
State average: 61 | National average: 61
Education
Educational Attainment (Adults 25+)
Hartland Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in McHenry County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Crystal Lake | 40,579 | $108,418 | 6.8% | $311,400 |
| Lake in the Hills | 28,800 | $117,151 | 4.1% | $321,900 |
| McHenry | 28,074 | $86,315 | 4.7% | $266,500 |
| Woodstock | 26,147 | $82,758 | 6.0% | $245,700 |
| Cary | 17,923 | $113,026 | 4.8% | $309,800 |
| Harvard | 9,598 | $67,617 | 11.8% | $175,400 |
| Marengo | 7,040 | $73,523 | 15.7% | $229,900 |
| Johnsburg | 6,386 | $121,023 | 12.1% | $328,300 |
| Spring Grove | 5,917 | $134,210 | 1.4% | $398,400 |
| Lakewood | 4,707 | $173,625 | 3.5% | $552,600 |
Cities Similar to Hartland
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ferris | 105 | $43,125 | $77,900 | 6.3% | 31.4% |
| Littleton | 105 | $64,792 | $104,700 | 26.4% | 11.4% |
| Adams | 106 | N/A | N/A | 79.2% | 0.0% |
| Columbus | 106 | $75,000 | $111,400 | 19.1% | 10.4% |
| Exeter | 106 | $61,250 | $95,000 | 2.3% | 14.1% |
A note before these figures: with a population of 105, Hartland's ACS estimates come from a small number of survey responses and carry wide margins of error. Individual percentages below — particularly rates that round to 0% or 100% — are approximations, not precise measurements. See data.census.gov for the published margins of error.
Population Overview
Hartland is a small community located in Illinois, within McHenry County. The total population is 105. It ranks as the 1326th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Hartland is 87.0 years. This is 123% higher than the state median of 39.0 years. 88.6% of residents are 75 or older, suggesting a significant retirement-age population with implications for healthcare services and senior housing.
Economy, Income & Housing
Race & Ethnicity
Every resident counted in Hartland was recorded as White (non-Hispanic). A figure of exactly 100.0% reflects a survey sample too small to capture the community's full composition rather than a precise measurement.
Education
12.4% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 67% lower than the state rate of 37.9%. Nationally, 35.7% of adults hold at least a bachelor's degree. The high school graduation rate (or equivalent) is 81.9%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Hartland, Illinois is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau's American Community Survey (ACS) 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates. The ACS collects data from approximately 3.5 million households annually and pools five years of responses so that even small communities can be measured, though the margin of error widens as the population falls. Comparisons are made against Illinois state averages and national averages calculated from the same dataset. Rankings reflect the city's position among all 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois. Read more about how these figures are produced on our methodology page, or visit data.census.gov for official data.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Hartland, Illinois?
Hartland, Illinois has a population of 105 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Hartland, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median household income estimate for Hartland — the community is too small for the ACS sample. The national median is $80,734.
What is the racial makeup of Hartland, Illinois?
Hartland's population is 100.0% White, 0.0% Black, 0.0% Hispanic/Latino, and 0.0% Asian.
What is the median home value in Hartland, IL?
The Census Bureau does not publish a reliable median home value estimate for Hartland — there are too few owner-occupied homes in the ACS sample. The national median is $332,700.
How educated is Hartland, Illinois?
12.4% of adults (25+) in Hartland hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 0.0% hold a graduate or professional degree.