Palos Hills, Illinois Demographics & Population 2026
During the 2020–2024 ACS period, Palos Hills, Illinois had a total population of 18,081, the 140th largest city in Illinois, with a median household income of $83,533, which is about the same as the state average. The poverty rate is 8.4%.
Data vintage: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2020–2024 5-Year Estimates · refreshed July 2026 · Methodology & source notes
Palos Hills Quick Facts
How Palos Hills 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 | 18,139 | 18,081 | -0.3% |
| Median household income | $83,969 | $83,533 | -0.5% |
| Median home value | $259,200 | $279,200 | +7.7% |
How Palos Hills Compares
Median Household Income
Median Home Value
Economy & Housing
Household Income Distribution
Detailed income brackets
Employment
Housing Overview
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+)
Palos Hills Rankings in Illinois
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Other Cities in Cook County
| City | Population | Median Income | Poverty | Home Value |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,711,226 | $77,902 | 16.8% | $334,100 |
| Elgin | 114,934 | $90,282 | 9.8% | $273,000 |
| Cicero | 82,797 | $70,842 | 14.6% | $249,400 |
| Schaumburg | 76,868 | $97,514 | 5.7% | $330,400 |
| Evanston | 76,340 | $96,434 | 11.8% | $481,200 |
| Arlington Heights | 76,005 | $116,723 | 6.0% | $414,500 |
| Palatine | 66,293 | $97,819 | 8.2% | $355,600 |
| Skokie | 66,219 | $95,337 | 9.7% | $387,200 |
| Des Plaines | 59,156 | $97,875 | 6.0% | $335,600 |
| Orland Park | 57,916 | $98,910 | 7.3% | $367,200 |
Cities Similar to Palos Hills
These cities in the same state have comparable population and economic profiles.
| City | Population | Median Income | Home Value | Bachelor's+ | Poverty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bourbonnais | 18,078 | $81,708 | $253,100 | 34.1% | 9.5% |
| Sycamore | 18,559 | $84,120 | $265,700 | 46.0% | 8.1% |
| Bellwood | 18,256 | $79,513 | $230,000 | 17.2% | 11.7% |
| Franklin Park | 18,197 | $76,519 | $287,000 | 19.7% | 9.4% |
| Bensenville | 18,603 | $79,515 | $272,000 | 19.4% | 7.6% |
Population Overview
Palos Hills is a small city located in Illinois, within Cook County. The total population is 18,081. It ranks as the 140th most populous out of 1,445 Census-designated places in Illinois.
Age Demographics
The median age in Palos Hills is 41.7 years. This is 7% higher than the state median of 39.0 years.
Economy, Income & Housing
The median household income in Palos Hills is $83,533. This is about the same as the state median of $83,390. It is also 3% higher than the national median of $80,734. The poverty rate stands at 8.4%. This is 29% lower than the state poverty rate of 11.8%. The unemployment rate is 4.1%. This is 30% lower than the state rate of 5.8%. The median home value is $279,200. Housing costs are 6% higher than the state median of $263,300. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x. 76.9% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied. This homeownership rate is 15% higher than the state average of 67.1%.
Race & Ethnicity
The largest racial or ethnic group in Palos Hills is White (non-Hispanic), making up 79.3% of the population. Hispanic or Latino residents account for 10.4%. The Black or African American population (6.2%) is well below the state average of 13.3%. The Asian population (1.9%) is well below the state average of 5.9%.
Education
27.6% of residents aged 25 and older hold a bachelor's degree or higher. This is 27% 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 87.0%.
Data Sources & Methodology
All demographic data for Palos Hills, 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 Palos Hills, Illinois?
Palos Hills, Illinois has a population of 18,081 according to the most recent U.S. Census ACS 5-Year Estimates.
What is the median household income in Palos Hills, IL?
The median household income in Palos Hills is $83,533, which is 3% higher than the national median of $80,734.
What is the poverty rate in Palos Hills, IL?
The poverty rate in Palos Hills is 8.4%. This means approximately 1,500 residents live below the federal poverty line.
What is the racial makeup of Palos Hills, Illinois?
Palos Hills's population is 79.3% White, 6.2% Black, 10.4% Hispanic/Latino, and 1.9% Asian.
What is the median home value in Palos Hills, IL?
The median home value in Palos Hills is $279,200. The home-value-to-income ratio is 3.3x.
How educated is Palos Hills, Illinois?
27.6% of adults (25+) in Palos Hills hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 11.2% hold a graduate or professional degree.