Highwood city, Illinois
Official LSAD Designation: Highwood city • Census GEOID: 1734865
• Lake County
Highwood city is an incorporated city in Lake County, Illinois. According to official records from the Census (2025), Highwood city had an estimated population of 5,323 residents. Official Census Bureau geographic records classify this community under LSAD designation Highwood city (GEOID 1734865).
Local Government Administration U.S. Census Bureau GMAF
City Of Highwood
Municipal
Official Title:
Manager
Address:
17 HIGHWOOD AVE, 1, HIGHWOOD IL 60040-1595
County Of Lake
County
Official Title:
Deputy Finance Director
Address:
18 N COUNTY ST, 9TH FL, WAUKEGAN IL 60085-4304
Civic & Statistical Snapshot
| Category | Estimate | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,323 | 2025 |
| Median Household Income | $107,875 | 2020-2024 |
| Median Home Value | $405,400 | 2020-2024 |
| Land Area | 0.72 sq mi | Gazetteer (2026) |
| Civic & Public Services | Hospitals, Libraries, Colleges | CMS / IMLS / IPEDS |
| Schools & Districts | NCES Directory Listings | Provided by k12guides.com |
| Nearby Airports | Landing Facilities | Provided by airport-data.com |
| Climate & Weather | NOAA 30-Year Normals | 1991–2020 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).