North Chicago Population 2026
North Chicago has a population of 29,491, making it the #1579 biggest city in 🇺🇸 United States, located in Illinois. It is about 299× smaller than New York City, the country's biggest city.
Population (city proper)
29,491
Rank in United States
#1579
Coordinates
42.33°N, 87.84°W
~201 m elevation · America/Chicago
Distance to capital (Washington)
988 km
614 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 North Chicago
- Waukegan88,475 people · ~4 km away
- Gurnee31,056 people · ~7 km away
- Mundelein31,582 people · ~15 km away
- Highland Park29,743 people · ~16 km away
- Pleasant Prairie20,726 people · ~26 km away
- Arlington Heights75,926 people · ~29 km away
FAQ
What is the population of North Chicago?
North Chicago has a population of 29,491 (city proper, latest official figure via GeoNames), making it the #1579 biggest city in United States.
What state is North Chicago in?
North Chicago is located in Illinois, United States.
Is North Chicago the capital of United States?
No, the capital of United States is Washington D.C., about 988 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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