Glendale Heights, IL

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 1/10
directions_run Walkability 2/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 7/10
home Housing 6/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 2/10
local_airport Airports 9/10
school Colleges 7/10
accessibility Hospitals 8/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Not Bikeable. The area lacks biking infrastructure and has unsafe or impractical conditions for cyclists, requiring alternative transportation methods.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Moderately Priced. The area has a balanced cost of living, with housing and rent costs that are neither particularly high nor low.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Very Accessible. Reaching the airport is easy and manageable, suitable for most travel needs.
accessibility Hospitals
Well-Served. A good range of reputable hospitals and healthcare providers are easily accessible, ensuring reliable medical services.
school Colleges
Moderately Accessible. Colleges are available within a reasonable distance, but options may be more limited in number or quality.
local_library Schools
Limited Opportunity. Schools often face persistent academic or resource challenges. Graduation rates, college readiness, and access to advanced programs may be below average.

Residents

Population
32,864 332.4M (US)
Median Age
35.5 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
72.2% 64% (US)
College-Educated
30.1% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$82,232 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
89.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
27 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.6% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$249,000 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$860 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,412 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
61.8% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

DuPage County
2
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

DuPage County
3
Chicago-Naperville-Elgin Metro Area
4
Illinois
4

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 2 10 23
Feb 2 7 27
Mar 2 4 37
Apr 3 1 49
May 4 0 59
Jun 4 0 69
Jul 4 0 74
Aug 4 0 72
Sep 3 0 64
Oct 3 0 52
Nov 3 1 40
Dec 2 8 27

Hazards

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans blue, with 52% of residents leaning left and 43% leaning right. However, Hillary Clinton carried the area by a wide margin in the 2016 presidential election.

Liberal (53%) (44%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 36%
Hillary Clinton 57%
Other 7%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 3, IL State Senate District 23, IL State House District 46, IL
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Schools

Queen Bee School
<1 miles, SW
Glenside Middle School
<1 miles, W • 1.4 star
Reskin Elem School
<1 miles, SE • 1.9 star
Americana Intermediate School
<1 miles, W • 1.9 star
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Colleges

Pivot Point Academy
3 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Chamberlain University-Illinois
3 miles, NE • 3.7 star
Wheaton College
4 miles, SW • 2.8 star
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Hospitals

Adventist Glenoaks
1 miles, SE • 2.3 star
Central Dupage Hospital
5 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Chicago Midway International Airport
19 miles, SE • 4.1 star
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