South Holland, Illinois Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of South Holland, Illinois is 21,016 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 114th-largest city in Illinois. The median household income is $87,378, the median home value is $201,200, and the median age is 42.6.
The population has declined 5.6% since 2010 (22,012 → 20,775).
21,016
Population
2904
People / sq mi
$87,378
Median Income
$201,200
Median Home Value
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South Holland covers 7.2 sq mi of land at 2904 people per square mile.
About South Holland, IL
Homeownership is the standout figure in South Holland: 83.1% of homes are owner-occupied, higher than the national rate. With 21,016 residents, South Holland is a city in Illinois.
Median household income is $87,378, above the US median of $78,538. About 8.7% of residents live below the federal poverty level, below the national 12.4%. Housing is relatively affordable, with a median home value of $201,200, with typical rent around $1,914.
27.0% of adults 25 and older hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average of 35.0%. Around 11.0% of workers work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 36 minutes each way.
The ownership rate anchors the housing story in South Holland, and tends to move with the age structure and home-value figures above.
South Holland village Population History (2010-2024)
The city of South Holland village had a population of 22,012 in 2010 and 20,775 in 2024, a -5.6% growth over 14 years. The peak was 22,164 in 2013. Average annual growth rate: -0.41%.
20,775
Population (2024)
22,012
Population (2010)
22,164
Peak (2013)
-0.41%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 22,012 |
| 2011 | 22,079 |
| 2012 | 22,135 |
| 2013 | 22,164 |
| 2014 | 22,133 |
| 2015 | 22,019 |
| 2016 | 21,868 |
| 2017 | 21,674 |
| 2018 | 21,455 |
| 2019 | 21,296 |
| 2020 | 21,388 |
| 2021 | 21,001 |
| 2022 | 20,719 |
| 2023 | 20,650 |
| 2024 | 20,775 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 12.1% |
| Black or African American | 76.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.5% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$87,378
Median Household Income
$35,098
Per Capita Income
8.7%
Poverty Rate
6.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$201,200
Median Home Value
$1,914
Median Rent
83.1%
Owner-Occupied
Education
92.0%
High School+
27.0%
Bachelor's+
Commute
6.5%
Drive Alone
69.1%
Public Transit
11.0%
Work From Home
36.3 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
15.6%
Foreign Born
87.0%
Non-English at Home
8.0%
Veterans
11.6%
With Disability
93.3%
Health Insurance
96.7%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 24.0% |
| Retail Trade | 16.2% |
| Public Administration | 8.7% |
| Manufacturing | 8.6% |
| Information | 7.6% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 6.4% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.1% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 4.2% |
| Construction | 3.4% |
| Transportation & Warehousing | 1.8% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 0.1% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
South Holland, Illinois has a population of 21,016 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 114th-largest city in Illinois.
The median household income in South Holland, Illinois is $87,378, with 8.7% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in South Holland, Illinois is $201,200, with median monthly rent at $1,914 and a homeownership rate of 83.1%.
The median age in South Holland, Illinois is 42.6 years. The population is 46.8% male and 53.2% female.
The population has declined 5.6% since 2010 (22,012 → 20,775).
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Data from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year estimates.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.