Palatine, IL Census Data
The 18th largest city in Illinois by population · 29 cities ranked
Palatine is the 18th largest city in Illinois by population and ranks 10th of 29 for median household income. With 66,548 residents, its poverty rate of 10.1% ranks among the higher rates in Illinois. This snapshot draws from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.
Updated: 2026-04-13 · Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 2023
Population
66,548
48.4% male · 51.6% female
Median Age
39.6
0.9 above the national average (38.7 yrs)
Median Household Income
$95,950
$17,412 above the national average ($78,538)
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
49.8%
14.8% above the national average (35.0%)
HS diploma or higher: 91.1%
Poverty Rate
10.1%
2.3% below the national average (12.4%)
Uninsured: 9.3%
Broadband Access
97.5%
7.8% above the national average (89.7%)
Median Home Value
$347,900
Median rent: $1,467 · 67% owner-occupied
Unemployment Rate
4.4%
Labor force participation: 69.1%
Per Capita Income
$51,669
Individual average income (not household)
Veteran Population
3.2%
Disability rate: 10.1%
How Palatine Compares to Other Illinois Cities
Rankings among all 29 Illinois cities tracked in the 2023 ACS.
| Ranking | Position | Tier |
|---|---|---|
| Largest by Population | 18th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Highest Median Income | 10th of 29 | Top half |
| Lowest Poverty Rate | 15th of 29 | Bottom half |
| Highest Bachelor's Attainment | 10th of 29 | Top half |
| Highest Home Value | 9th of 29 | Top half |
Demographics
Race & Ethnicity
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Palatine, IL Frequently Asked Questions
What is the population of Palatine, IL?
The population of Palatine, IL is 66,548 according to the 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates. The median age is 39.6 years.
What is the median household income in Palatine?
The median household income in Palatine, IL is $95,950, above the national average of $78,538. Per capita income is $51,669.
What is the poverty rate in Palatine?
The poverty rate in Palatine, IL is 10.1%, compared to the national average of 12.4%. About 9.3% of residents lack health insurance.
What percentage of Palatine residents have a college degree?
49.8% of adults (25+) in Palatine hold a bachelor's degree or higher, and 91.1% have at least a high school diploma. The national average for bachelor's degree holders is 35.0%.
What is the median home value in Palatine?
The median home value in Palatine, IL is $347,900. Median rent is $1,467 per month, with 67% of housing units owner-occupied.
What is the racial makeup of Palatine?
Palatine's population is 62.8% White, 5.4% Black, 19.3% Hispanic or Latino, and 13.0% Asian (source: 2023 ACS).
How does Palatine rank among Illinois cities?
Palatine is the 18th largest city in Illinois by population, the 10th highest for median household income, the 15th lowest for poverty rate, the 10th highest for bachelor's degree attainment among 29 ranked Illinois cities.
What is the unemployment rate in Palatine?
The unemployment rate in Palatine, IL is 4.4%, with a labor force participation rate of 69.1%. Per capita income is $51,669.
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