Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights, Illinois Overview

Arlington Heights ranks #2 of 20 cities in Illinois, earning a A grade with a composite score of 63.1/100. The city stands out in Safety (95/100) and Health (80/100), placing it among the state’s strongest performers across the metrics we track.

Income & Employment in Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights’s median household income of $106,051 is 35% above the Illinois median of $78,304, and its 4% unemployment rate undercuts the state’s 4.6%.

Safety in Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights’s violent crime rate of 85.1 per 100,000 is well below both the Illinois rate of 393 and national norms, making safety one of the city’s defining features. The property crime rate is 956.9 per 100,000.

Cost of Living in Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights has a cost of living index of 102.6 (where 100 equals the national average), slightly above the national benchmark. The median home value is $403,200. Median monthly rent is $1,727. Renters spend 19.5% of income on rent, well within the 30% affordability guideline.

Health & Wellness in Arlington Heights

Arlington Heights’s adult obesity rate of 25.2% is below the national average, contributing to stronger health outcomes. The diabetes prevalence rate is 9%. Residents average 12.8 poor mental health days per month. Illinois ranks #21 nationally for overall health.

Education & Schools in Arlington Heights

The student-teacher ratio of 13.6:1 indicates smaller class sizes. Local districts invest $21,220 per student, well above the national median. The city has 13 public schools serving 8,251 students. School data is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data and EDFacts.

Climate & Commute in Arlington Heights

The annual average temperature in Arlington Heights is 51.5°F. Summers average 70.8°F. Winters average 33.1°F. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. 19.2% of workers in Arlington Heights work from home, well above the national average.

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