Arlington Heights, IL
Demographics And Statistics
Living In Arlington Heights, Illinois Summary
Life in Arlington Heights research summary. HomeSnacks has been using Saturday Night Science to research the quality of life in Arlington Heights over the past nine years using Census, FBI, Zillow, and other primary data sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Arlington Heights:
The population in Arlington Heights is 76,794.
The median home value in Arlington Heights is $403,495.
The median income in Arlington Heights is $113,502.
The cost of living in Arlington Heights is 122 which is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Arlington Heights is $1,660.
The unemployment rate in Arlington Heights is 3.5%.
The poverty rate in Arlington Heights is 5.7%.
The average high in Arlington Heights is 58.4° and the average low is 39.8°.
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Arlington Heights, IL Crime Report
Crime in Arlington Heights summary. We use data from the FBI to determine the crime rates in Arlington Heights. Key points include:
There were 857 total crimes in Arlington Heights in the last reporting year.
The overall crime rate per 100,000 people in Arlington Heights is 1,148.1 / 100k people.
The violent crime rate per 100,000 people in Arlington Heights is 72.3 / 100k people.
The property crime rate per 100,000 people in Arlington Heights is 1,075.7 / 100k people.
Overall, crime in Arlington Heights is -50.60% below the national average.
Total Crimes
Below National Average
Crime In Arlington Heights Comparison Table
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Arlington Heights / 100k People |
Illinois / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 857 | 1,148.1 | 1,985.3 | 2,324.2 |
| Violent Crime | 54 | 72.3 | 425.9 | 369.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 9.1 | 6.3 |
| Robbery | 7 | 9.4 | 97.4 | 66.1 |
| Aggravated Assault | 30 | 40.2 | 278.9 | 268.2 |
| Property Crime | 803 | 1,075.7 | 1,559.4 | 1,954.4 |
| Burglary | 80 | 107.2 | 246.4 | 269.8 |
| Larceny | 693 | 928.4 | 1,143.5 | 1,401.9 |
| Car Theft | 30 | 40.2 | 169.5 | 282.7 |
Arlington Heights, IL Cost Of Living
Cost of living in Arlington Heights summary. We use data on the cost of living to determine how expensive it is to live in Arlington Heights. Real estate prices drive most of the variance in cost of living around Illinois. Key points include:
The cost of living in Arlington Heights is 122 with 100 being average.
The cost of living in Arlington Heights is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median home value in Arlington Heights is $403,495.
The median income in Arlington Heights is $113,502.
Arlington Heights's Overall Cost Of Living
Higher Than The National Average
Cost Of Living In Arlington Heights Comparison Table
| Living Expense | Arlington Heights | Illinois | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 122 | 92 | 100 | |
| Services | 105 | 95 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 107 | 98 | 100 | |
| Health | 114 | 96 | 100 | |
| Housing | 160 | 81 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 126 | 105 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 98 | 90 | 100 | |
Arlington Heights, IL Weather
The average high in Arlington Heights is 58.4° and the average low is 39.8°.
There are 69.1 days of precipitation each year.
Expect an average of 37.1 inches of precipitation each year with 37.7 inches of snow.
| Stat | Arlington Heights |
|---|---|
| Average Annual High | 58.4 |
| Average Annual Low | 39.8 |
| Annual Precipitation Days | 69.1 |
| Average Annual Precipitation | 37.1 |
| Average Annual Snowfall | 37.7 |
Average High
Days of Rain
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Arlington Heights Demographics And Statistics
Population over time in Arlington Heights
The current population in Arlington Heights is 76,794. The population has increased 2.4% from 2010.
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 76,794 | 1.4% |
| 2021 | 75,724 | -0.2% |
| 2020 | 75,911 | 0.3% |
| 2019 | 75,721 | -0.1% |
| 2018 | 75,802 | 0.3% |
| 2017 | 75,577 | 0.1% |
| 2016 | 75,492 | 0.4% |
| 2015 | 75,221 | 0.2% |
| 2014 | 75,094 | 0.2% |
| 2013 | 74,967 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Arlington Heights
Arlington Heights is:
74.8% White with 57,447 White residents.
2.6% African American with 2,016 African American residents.
0.0% American Indian with 31 American Indian residents.
11.1% Asian with 8,505 Asian residents.
0.0% Hawaiian with 0 Hawaiian residents.
0.2% Other with 131 Other residents.
2.4% Two Or More with 1,857 Two Or More residents.
8.9% Hispanic with 6,807 Hispanic residents.
| Race | Arlington Heights | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 74.8% | 59.6% | 58.9% |
| African American | 2.6% | 13.7% | 12.1% |
| American Indian | 0.0% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 11.1% | 5.7% | 5.7% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.2% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 2.4% | 2.8% | 3.5% |
| Hispanic | 8.9% | 17.8% | 18.7% |
Gender in Arlington Heights
Arlington Heights is 50.4% female with 38,718 female residents.
Arlington Heights is 49.6% male with 38,076 male residents.
| Gender | Arlington Heights | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 50.5% | 50.4% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.5% | 49.6% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Arlington Heights for adults over 25
2.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed < 9th grade.
2.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed 9-12th grade.
16.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed high school / ged.
14.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed some college.
7.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed associate's degree.
34.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed bachelor's degree.
20.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed master's degree.
3.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed professional degree.
2.0% of adults in Arlington Heights completed doctorate degree.
| Education | Arlington Heights | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 2.0% | 6.0% | 4.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 5.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 16.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 14.0% | 20.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 34.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 20.0% | 11.0% | 10.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 2.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Arlington Heights, Illinois
3.4% of households in Arlington Heights earn Less than $10,000.
2.4% of households in Arlington Heights earn $10,000 to $14,999.
4.9% of households in Arlington Heights earn $15,000 to $24,999.
3.8% of households in Arlington Heights earn $25,000 to $34,999.
5.5% of households in Arlington Heights earn $35,000 to $49,999.
13.0% of households in Arlington Heights earn $50,000 to $74,999.
10.6% of households in Arlington Heights earn $75,000 to $99,999.
22.1% of households in Arlington Heights earn $100,000 to $149,999.
13.3% of households in Arlington Heights earn $150,000 to $199,999.
20.9% of households in Arlington Heights earn $200,000 or more.
| Income | Arlington Heights | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 3.4% | 5.3% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.4% | 3.5% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 4.9% | 6.7% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 3.8% | 7.1% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 5.5% | 10.1% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 13.0% | 15.4% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 10.6% | 12.9% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 22.1% | 17.6% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 13.3% | 9.4% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 20.9% | 12.1% | 11.4% |
