Demographics in Chicago Heights, IL

Population, age, race, ethnicity, and household statistics — 2023 ACS Data

Where is Chicago Heights?

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Population

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Total Population

26,938

Male

13,007

48.3%

Female

13,931

51.7%

Median Age

35.6

Age Distribution

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Race & Ethnicity

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

White

26.6%

Black

40.3%

Hispanic

37.2%

Asian

0.2%

Two or More

11.6%

Other

20.4%

Education & Household

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Bachelor's or Higher

12.6%

High School or Higher

33.5%

Foreign Born

15.7%

Veterans

3.0%

Married

28.0%

Avg Household Size

2.8

Marital Status by Age

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS (2023)

Chicago Heights, IL has a population of 26,938 with a median age of 35.6. The racial makeup is 26.6% White, 37.2% Hispanic, 40.3% Black. About 12.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The foreign-born population is 15.7%.