State
County
Land Area (mi²)
6.2 sq mi
Density (mi²)
3,872.0/sq mi
2020 Growth Rate
-0.78%
Growth Since 2010
-4.95%
Rank in State
Rank in Country
World Population Review
Harvey, Illinois Population 2021
24,030
Harvey is a city located in Cook County Illinois. With a 2020 population of 24,030, it is the 97th largest city in Illinois and the 1601st largest city in the United States . Harvey is currently declining at a rate of -0.78% annually and its population has decreased by -4.95% since the most recent census, which recorded a population of 25,282 in 2010. Harvey reached it's highest population of 35,810 in 1980. Spanning over 6 miles, Harvey has a population density of 3,872 people per square mile.
The average household income in Harvey is $45,658 with a poverty rate of 32.81%. The median rental costs in recent years comes to $946 per month, and the median house value is $73,700. The median age in Harvey is 35.2 years, 32.4 years for males, and 36.3 years for females.
Harvey Demographics
According to the most recent ACS, the racial composition of Harvey was:
- Black or African American: 66.73%
- White: 21.54%
- Other race: 7.20%
- Two or more races: 2.45%
- Asian: 2.04%
- Native American: 0.05%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0.00%
The current population of Harvey, Illinois is 24,030 based on our projections of the latest US Census estimates. The US Census estimates the 2018 population at 24,597.The last official US Census in 2010 recorded the population at 25,282.
Harvey, Illinois Population 2021
| Race | Population | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Black or African American | 16,273 | 66.73% |
| White | 5,252 | 21.54% |
| Some Other Race | 1,755 | 7.20% |
| Two or More Races | 598 | 2.45% |
| Asian | 497 | 2.04% |
| American Indian and Alaska Native | 11 | 0.05% |
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Harvey Population by Race
Harvey Population Pyramid $2021
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Harvey Population by Age
Harvey Households and Families
| Type | Count | Average Size | Owned |
|---|---|---|---|
| All | 8,271 | 2.91 | 53.3 |
| Non Family | 3,152 | 1.14 | 42.3 |
| Female | 2,315 | 3.93 | 43.3 |
| Married | 2,271 | 4.18 | 75.3 |
| Male | 533 | 3.59 | 68.1 |
3.91
Average Family Size
2.91
Average Household Size
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Harvey Households by Type
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| Education Attained | Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Less Than 9th Grade | 1,376 | 9.16% |
| 9th to 12th Grade | 1,872 | 12.46% |
| High School Graduate | 5,668 | 37.73% |
| Some College | 3,937 | 26.21% |
| Associates Degree | 723 | 4.81% |
| Bachelors Degree | 1,059 | 7.05% |
| Graduate Degree | 386 | 2.57% |
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Harvey Educational Attainment by Sex (over 25)
Harvey Educational Attainment by Race
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| Race | Total | High School | Bachelors |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 10,844 | 9,406 | 1,147 |
| Hispanic | 2,806 | 1,230 | 50 |
| White | 895 | 746 | 84 |
| Other Race | 791 | 391 | 11 |
| Asian | 275 | 222 | 112 |
| 2+ Races | 223 | 191 | 58 |
| Native American | 11 | 11 |
The highest rate of high school graduation is among native american people with a rate of 100.00%.
The highest rate of bachelors degrees is among asian people with a rate of 40.73%.
Harvey Educational Attainment by Race
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$26,669
Average Earnings
$31,147
Average Male
$23,462
Average Female
Harvey Earnings by Educational Attainment
Harvey Language by Age
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Harvey Language
77.95% of Harvey residents speak only English, while 22.05% speak other languages. The non-English language spoken by the largest group is Spanish, which is spoken by 18.96% of the population.
Harvey Language
Harvey Poverty by Race
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| Name | Total | In Poverty | Poverty Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Black | 16,159 | 4,871 | 30.14% |
| Hispanic | 6,111 | 2,517 | 41.19% |
| Other | 1,746 | 1,124 | 64.38% |
| White | 903 | 286 | 31.67% |
| Asian | 497 | 215 | 43.26% |
| Multiple | 598 | 118 | 19.73% |
| Native | 11 | 11 | 100.00% |
32.81%
Overall Poverty Rate
30.09%
Male Poverty Rate
35.17%
Female Poverty Rate
Poverty in Harvey
The race most likely to be in poverty in Harvey is Native, with 100.00% below the poverty level.
The race least likely to be in poverty in Harvey is Multiple, with 19.73% below the poverty level.
The poverty rate among those that worked full-time for the past 12 months was 8.52%. Among those working part-time, it was 27.57%, and for those that did not work, the poverty rate was 43.81%.
Harvey Poverty
Harvey Poverty Rate by Education
Harvey Marital Status
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Marriage Rates
26.9%
Overall Marriage Rate
28.1%
Male Marriage Rate
25.8%
Female Marriage Rate
Harvey Married by Age and Sex
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Harvey Marriage
The age group where males are most likely to be married is Over 65, while the female age group most likely to be married is 45-54.
Harvey Marital Status by Race
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Harvey Marital Status
Harvey Veterans by War
Harvey Veterans by Age
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| Name | Veterans | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Black | 551 | 4.30% |
| White | 84 | 2.40% |
| 2+ Races | 34 | 11.22% |
| Asian | 1 | 0.25% |
Harvey Veterans by Race
Harvey Veterans by Education
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4.15%
Veteran Poverty Rate
33.95%
Veteran Disability Rate
Harvey Veterans by Education
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57.3%
Labor Force Participation
48.7%
Employment Rate
15.1%
Unemployment Rate
Harvey Employment by Age
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Harvey Employment by Race
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Harvey Employment by Education
Origin of Non-Citizens
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Non citizens include legal permanent residents (green card holders), international students, temporary workers, humanitarian migrants, and illegal immigrants.
Origin of Naturalized Citizens
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87.62%
Native Born
12.38%
Foreign Born
8.81%
Non Citizen
3.58%
Naturalized
Place of Birth
87.62% of Harvey residents were born in the United States, with 72.68% having been born in Illinois. 8.81% of residents are not US citizens. Of those not born in the United States, the largest percentage are from Latin America.
Harvey Place of Birth
| Year | Population | Growth | Annual Growth Rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 24,030 | -189 | -0.78% |
| 2020 | 24,219 | -189 | -0.77% |
| 2019 | 24,408 | -189 | -0.77% |
| 2018 | 24,597 | -256 | -1.03% |
| 2017 | 24,853 | -228 | -0.91% |
| 2016 | 25,081 | -179 | -0.71% |
| 2015 | 25,260 | -138 | -0.54% |
| 2014 | 25,398 | -39 | -0.15% |
| 2013 | 25,437 | 27 | 0.11% |
| 2012 | 25,410 | 57 | 0.22% |
| 2011 | 25,353 | 74 | 0.29% |
| 2010 | 25,279 | -4,721 | -1.70% |
| 2000 | 30,000 | 229 | 0.08% |
| 1990 | 29,771 | -6,039 | -1.83% |
| 1980 | 35,810 | 1,174 | 0.33% |
| 1970 | 34,636 | 5,565 | 1.77% |
| 1960 | 29,071 | 8,388 | 3.46% |
| 1950 | 20,683 | 2,805 | 1.47% |
| 1940 | 17,878 | 1,504 | 0.88% |
| 1930 | 16,374 | 7,158 | 5.92% |
| 1920 | 9,216 | 1,989 | 2.46% |
| 1910 | 7,227 | 1,832 | 2.97% |
| 1900 | 5,395 | 0.00% |