Palatine, IL Census Data

Key demographic and economic indicators for Palatine, Illinois from the 2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates.

Updated: 2026-03-23 · 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
17,412.0 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%

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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).