The per capita income for the city was $23,747. About 4.7% of families and 5.5% of the population were below the poverty line, including 5.6% of those under age 18 and 5.6% of those age 65 or over. Hickory Hills is in Illinois' 3rd congressional district. The North Palos Fire Protection District serves the community. Elementary school districts serving Hickory Hills include:  St. Patricia School, a private school, is in the area. Hickory Hills is home to a satellite campus of Lewis University located near 95th street and Roberts Road.