Median Age
43 Years
Largest Age Group
15-24 Years
Approximately 14% of Residents
Under 20
23%
Over 65
23%
South Holland, IL Area Guide
A quiet suburb south of Chicago
Suburban
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Rural
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Diverse
Located about 22 miles south of Chicago’s Loop, South Holland is a scenic village in Thornton Township. South Holland’s history dates back to the 1800s, when the area was first settled by immigrants from the Netherlands. Today, South Holland is regarded for its community values, quiet atmosphere, and natural beauty.
South Holland residents enjoy a broad range of recreational opportunities at many nearby parks, including Veterans Memorial Park, Gouwens Park, and Wampum Lake Woods. The Little Calumet River runs through the village as well, serving as a great fishing spot, as well as a scenic backdrop for hikes and picnics alike.
Although South Holland is largely residential, East 162nd Street is the village’s main commercial thoroughfare, boasting a slew of restaurants, shops, and services in the center of the community. Many of the apartments and houses available for rent in South Holland are within minutes of a major highway, including I-94 and I-294, making commuting from the village simple.
Explore the City
There are many options for shopping including Seafood Market in South Holland.
Residents appreciate the access to public transportation in South Holland.
Residents flock to the playground and green spaces at Riverside Park in South Holland.
The July 4th Celebration in South Holland is a day of fun, food and games.
The July 4th Celebration begins with a Rib Fest Contest at Veterans Park in South Holland.
Wampum Lake is the perfect place to observe and photograph wildlife in South Holland.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$74,436
Average: $87,923
Education
4,582
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
9,629
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
South Holland has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
18%
Non-Renters
82%
Education Distribution
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Bachelor's or Higher
18%
Other Education
82%
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Getting Around
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Moderately Walkable
Walkability
60
/ 100
Limited Public Transit
Transit
30
/ 100
Very Drivable
Drivability
80
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
169 Students
Public
Grades K-5
263 Students
Public
Grades K-5
265 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
310 Students
New Beginnings Learning Academy
Public
Grades K-5
280 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
274 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades 9-12
1,691 Students
Public
Grades K-12
Public
Grades K-12
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Sand Ridge Nature Center
- Clayhole Woods
- Camp Shabbona Woods
- Green Lake Woods
- Wampum Lake Woods
Transit / Subway
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
- Chicago O'Hare International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in June 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.