Highland, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Highland, Illinois is 10,268 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 224th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $77,886, the median home value is $185,800, and the median age is 42.1.
The population has grown 0.6% since 2010 (9,967 → 10,028).
10,268
Population
1435
People / sq mi
$77,886
Median Income
$185,800
Median Home Value
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Highland covers 7.2 sq mi of land at 1435 people per square mile.
About Highland, IL
The poverty rate is what most separates Highland from the typical city: 3.1% of residents live below the federal poverty line, against 12.4% nationally. With 10,268 residents, Highland is a city in Illinois.
Median household income is $77,886, near the US median of $78,538. Only 3.1% of residents live in poverty, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $185,800, with typical rent around $776.
31.3% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. About 10.1% of the workforce is home-based, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 26 minutes each way.
Highland city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Highland city had a population of 9,967 in 2010 and 10,028 in 2024, a 0.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 10,079 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 0.05%.
10,028
Population (2024)
9,967
Population (2010)
10,079
Peak (2020)
0.05%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 9,967 |
| 2011 | 9,934 |
| 2012 | 9,908 |
| 2013 | 9,869 |
| 2014 | 9,903 |
| 2015 | 9,848 |
| 2016 | 9,830 |
| 2017 | 9,821 |
| 2018 | 9,829 |
| 2019 | 9,834 |
| 2020 | 10,079 |
| 2021 | 10,070 |
| 2022 | 10,053 |
| 2023 | 10,022 |
| 2024 | 10,028 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 92.3% |
| Black or African American | 0.2% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.9% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$77,886
Median Household Income
$42,790
Per Capita Income
3.1%
Poverty Rate
1.4%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$185,800
Median Home Value
$776
Median Rent
71.5%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.5%
High School+
31.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.9%
Drive Alone
81.9%
Public Transit
10.1%
Work From Home
26.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
24.2%
Foreign Born
95.1%
Non-English at Home
7.9%
Veterans
18.0%
With Disability
97.2%
Health Insurance
95.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.2% |
| Manufacturing | 13.3% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 10.4% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 9.9% |
| Construction | 9.8% |
| Retail Trade | 8.4% |
| Public Administration | 7.7% |
| Information | 4.4% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 3.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.7% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 0.3% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Highland, Illinois has a population of 10,268 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 224th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Highland, Illinois is $77,886, with 3.1% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Highland, Illinois is $185,800, with median monthly rent at $776 and a homeownership rate of 71.5%.
The median age in Highland, Illinois is 42.1 years. The population is 51.0% male and 49.0% female.
The population has grown 0.6% since 2010 (9,967 → 10,028).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.