Lake in the Hills Population 2026
Lake in the Hills has a population of 29,024, making it the #1607 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 303× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,024
Rank in United States
#1607
Coordinates
42.18°N, 88.33°W
~264 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
1,021 km
634 miles, straight line
Other big cities in Illinois
| City | Population | Rank in United States |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago | 2,664,452 | #3 |
| Aurora | 200,661 | #125 |
| Rockford | 148,278 | #184 |
| Joliet | 147,861 | #186 |
| Naperville | 147,100 | #190 |
| Peoria | 115,070 | #259 |
| Springfield | 114,394 | #262 |
| North Peoria | 113,004 | #266 |
Cities near Lake in the Hills
- Algonquin30,571 people · ~3 km away
- Crystal Lake40,448 people · ~7 km away
- Huntley26,005 people · ~8 km away
- Carpentersville38,512 people · ~9 km away
- Elgin112,111 people · ~17 km away
- McHenry26,657 people · ~18 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Lake in the Hills?
Lake in the Hills has a population of 29,024 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1607 biggest city in United States.
What state is Lake in the Hills in?
Lake in the Hills is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Lake in the Hills the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 1,021 km away.
Sources & notes
Population refers to the city proper (municipal boundaries), not the metropolitan area. Source: GeoNames (CC BY 4.0), retrieved 2026-07-07. Country data: UN World Population Prospects 2024.
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