Median Income
$79,651
6% higher than US avg
Home Value
$316,400
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+
31.6%
6% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$1,166
0% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
26.9%
16% lower than US avg
Unemployment
2.6%
28% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
4.5%
64% lower than US avg
How Harwood Heights Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population8,851
Median Age41.5 yrs
Density10,664/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Economy
A+
Median Income$79,651
Per Capita$40,166
Unemployment2.6%
Poverty4.5%
County GDP$546,441M
Commute29 min
Housing
A
Home Value$316,400
Rent$1,166
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$369,454
Health
Obesity26.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.0%
Heart Disease4.3%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Elevation653 ft
Education
B+
Bachelor's+31.6%
High School+85.8%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 28% / D 70%
Commute29 min
Libraries188
Is Harwood Heights a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Harwood Heights receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Harwood 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 Harwood Heights is $79,651, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.6%. Only 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Harwood Heights is $316,400, 12% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,166 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 4x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
31.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Harwood Heights experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 38.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Harwood Heights has a population of 8,851 with a density of 10,664 people per square mile. The median age is 41.5 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (75.3%), with 2.6% Hispanic.
Population
41.5yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Harwood Heights vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 32.8% |
| 58% below US avg |
| Spanish | 67.2% |
| 401% above US avg |
Social Characteristics
Harwood Heights vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Harwood Heights is $79,651, which is 6% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.
Income: Harwood Heights vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $79,651 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $40,166 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,672 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $100,597 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.6% |
| 28% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% |
| 64% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 137,804 |
| County GDP | $546,441M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 12,631 |
| Healthcare | 16,051 |
| Retail | 13,648 |
| Manufacturing | 4,404 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $10,421 |
| 198% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.29% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.7 min |
| Work from Home | 11.6% |
The median home value in Harwood Heights is $316,400, 12% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,166 (0% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $369,454.
Home Values
| Census Median | $316,400 |
| 12% above US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $369,454 |
| Median List Price | $399,900 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| Median List Price | $399,900 |
| $/Sq Ft | $256 |
| Homes Sold | 2 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 96.5% |
| Price Drops | 7.7% |
| Inventory | 13 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $1,166 |
| 0% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $10,421 |
| 198% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.29% |
In Harwood Heights, 26.9% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 21.0% report depression. 19.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Harwood Heights vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 26.9% |
| 16% below US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.3% |
| Heart Disease | 4.3% |
| High Blood Pressure | 25.0% |
| Asthma | 9.6% |
| COPD | 5.1% |
| Stroke | 2.4% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.7% |
| Physical Inactivity | 19.8% |
| Depression | 21.0% |
| Mental Distress | 15.8% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.5% |
| Premature Death | 8,536/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.7/10 |
| Exercise Access | 99.1% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 16,051 |
Crime Rates: Harwood Heights vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 365 |
Safety Score
Harwood Heights has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 51.3°F |
| 5% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 37.9 inches |
| 0% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 38.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 653 ft (199 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 10,664/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.9663°N, 87.8056°W |
| County FIPS | 17031 |