Huntley, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Huntley, Illinois is 27,859 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 73rd-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $86,349, the median home value is $318,500, and the median age is 49.7.
The population has grown 16.9% since 2010 (24,373 → 28,495).
27,859
Population
1901
People / sq mi
$86,349
Median Income
$318,500
Median Home Value
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Huntley covers 14.7 sq mi of land at 1901 people per square mile.
About Huntley, IL
Age is the most distinctive thing about Huntley: a median age of 49.7, older than the national median. With 27,859 residents, Huntley is a city in Illinois.
The typical household here earns about $86,349, above the US median of $78,538. Poverty runs at 5.4%, below the national 12.4%. Homes carry a median value of $318,500, with typical rent around $1,385.
Roughly 39.3% of adults have a bachelor’s, above the national 35.0%. About 16.0% of workers primarily work from home, above the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 31 minutes each way.
The age structure shapes everything downstream in Huntley — from housing demand to the mix of working-age earners reflected in the income figures above.
Huntley village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Huntley village had a population of 24,373 in 2010 and 28,495 in 2024, a 16.9% growth over 14 years. The peak was 28,495 in 2024. Average annual growth rate: 1.12%.
28,495
Population (2024)
24,373
Population (2010)
28,495
Peak (2024)
1.12%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 24,373 |
| 2011 | 24,609 |
| 2012 | 24,918 |
| 2013 | 25,451 |
| 2014 | 25,871 |
| 2015 | 26,318 |
| 2016 | 26,607 |
| 2017 | 27,063 |
| 2018 | 27,377 |
| 2019 | 27,228 |
| 2020 | 27,769 |
| 2021 | 28,015 |
| 2022 | 28,152 |
| 2023 | 28,334 |
| 2024 | 28,495 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 81.4% |
| Black or African American | 5.0% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.4% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$86,349
Median Household Income
$47,225
Per Capita Income
5.4%
Poverty Rate
1.8%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$318,500
Median Home Value
$1,385
Median Rent
88.4%
Owner-Occupied
Education
96.0%
High School+
39.3%
Bachelor's+
Commute
1.7%
Drive Alone
74.7%
Public Transit
16.0%
Work From Home
30.9 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
16.9%
Foreign Born
88.0%
Non-English at Home
8.7%
Veterans
14.9%
With Disability
97.6%
Health Insurance
95.8%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 27.0% |
| Manufacturing | 11.7% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 11.3% |
| Information | 8.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.2% |
| Construction | 4.8% |
| Retail Trade | 4.6% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.5% |
| Public Administration | 2.9% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.2% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Huntley, Illinois has a population of 27,859 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 73rd-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in Huntley, Illinois is $86,349, with 5.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Huntley, Illinois is $318,500, with median monthly rent at $1,385 and a homeownership rate of 88.4%.
The median age in Huntley, Illinois is 49.7 years. The population is 47.7% male and 52.3% female.
The population has grown 16.9% since 2010 (24,373 → 28,495).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.