Arlington Heights Population 2026
Arlington Heights has a population of 75,926, making it the #491 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 116× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
75,926
Rank in United States
#491
Coordinates
42.09°N, 87.98°W
~214 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
990 km
615 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 Arlington Heights
- Schaumburg74,693 people · ~10 km away
- Highland Park29,743 people · ~18 km away
- Mundelein31,582 people · ~20 km away
- Elmhurst45,957 people · ~21 km away
- Carpentersville38,512 people · ~23 km away
- Lombard43,797 people · ~23 km away
FAQ
What is the population of Arlington Heights?
Arlington Heights has a population of 75,926 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #491 biggest city in United States.
What state is Arlington Heights in?
Arlington Heights is located in Illinois, United States.
Is Arlington Heights the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 990 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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