Median Income
$67,386
10% lower than US avg
Home Value
$249,700
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
30.2%
10% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,193
3% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.7%
10% higher than US avg
How Arlington Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population6,844
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density1,289/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 63%
Economy
B+
Median Income$67,386
Per Capita$33,401
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$9,563M
Commute25 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$249,700
Rent$1,193
OwnershipN/A
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI40 (Good)
Rain53.6 in/yr
Elevation551 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+30.2%
High School+89.6%
School Score5.95
Community
2024 VoteR 50% / D 49%
Commute25 min
Libraries8
Is Arlington Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Arlington Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Arlington Heights stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Arlington Heights is $67,386, 10% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Arlington Heights is $249,700, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,193 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
30.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Arlington Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 53.6 inches, including 41.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Arlington Heights has a population of 6,844 with a density of 1,289 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62.9%), with 17.9% Black.
Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Arlington Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 86.9% |
| 11% above US avg |
| Spanish | 13.1% |
| 2% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Arlington Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Arlington Heights is $67,386, which is 10% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.
Income: Arlington Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $67,386 |
| 10% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $33,401 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,030 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $67,833 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.4% |
| 33% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.7% |
| 10% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 3,684 |
| County GDP | $9,563M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 423 |
| Healthcare | 351 |
| Retail | 594 |
| Manufacturing | 111 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,766 |
| 93% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.71% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.8 min |
| Work from Home | 12.8% |
The median home value in Arlington Heights is $249,700, 11% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,193 (3% above US avg).
Home Values
| Census Median | $249,700 |
| 11% below US avg |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,193 |
| 3% above US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $900 |
| 1 Bedroom | $996 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,225 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,570 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,744 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,766 |
| 93% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.71% |
Health Metrics: Arlington Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Behaviors & Mental Health
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 89.2% |
| |
| Premature Death | 8,567/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 78.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 351 |
Crime Rates: Arlington Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 20 |
Safety Score
Arlington Heights has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 53.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.
Temperature
28°F Jan (-3°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 28°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 53.6 inches |
| 41% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 41.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 40.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 551 ft (168 m) |
| Area | 5.3 sq mi (13.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,289/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0001°N, 75.2083°W |
| County FIPS | 42089 |