Palos Heights, IL
Quality of Life, Demographics, And Statistics
Living In Palos Heights, Illinois Summary
Life in Palos Heights research summary. HomeSnacks has been researching the quality of life in Palos Heights over the past eight years using Census data, FBI crime data, cost of living data, and other primary sources. Based on the most recently available data, we found the following about life in Palos Heights:
The population in Palos Heights is 12,116.
The median home value in Palos Heights is $306,600.
The median income in Palos Heights is $101,037.
The cost of living in Palos Heights is 124 which is 1.2x higher than the national average.
The median rent in Palos Heights is $1,350.
The unemployment rate in Palos Heights is 4.0%.
The poverty rate in Palos Heights is 6.7%.
Table Of Contents
Palos Heights SnackAbility
10
Overall SnackAbility
Overall SnackAbility
Jobs
8.5/10
Housing
8.5
Affordability
7
Diversity
6
Safety
9
Amenities
9
Education
9
Commute
5
Palos Heights, IL Crime Report
79
Total Crimes
Total Crimes
639.1
Total Crimes / 100k People
Total Crimes / 100k People
-72.76%
Below National Average
Below National Average
| Statistic | Count Raw |
Palos Heights / 100k People |
Illinois / 100k People |
National / 100k People |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total Crimes Per 100K | 79 | 639.1 | 1,985.3 | 2,346.0 |
| Violent Crime | 15 | 121.3 | 425.9 | 387.8 |
| Murder | 0 | 0.0 | 9.1 | 6.5 |
| Robbery | 3 | 24.3 | 97.4 | 73.9 |
| Aggravated Assault | 7 | 56.6 | 278.9 | 279.7 |
| Property Crime | 64 | 517.8 | 1,559.4 | 1,958.2 |
| Burglary | 7 | 56.6 | 246.4 | 314.2 |
| Larceny | 52 | 420.7 | 1,143.5 | 1,398.0 |
| Car Theft | 5 | 40.4 | 169.5 | 246.0 |
Palos Heights, IL Cost Of Living
124
Palos Heights's Overall Cost Of Living
Palos Heights's Overall Cost Of Living
1.2x
Higher Than The National Average
Higher Than The National Average
| Living Expense | Palos Heights | Illinois | National Average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 124 | 98 | 100 | |
| Services | 115 | 95 | 100 | |
| Groceries | 108 | 97 | 100 | |
| Health | 100 | 99 | 100 | |
| Housing | 158 | 96 | 100 | |
| Transportation | 113 | 105 | 100 | |
| Utilities | 91 | 94 | 100 | |
Palos Heights, IL Photos
Source: Flickr User corsi photo | CC BY 2.0
Rankings for Palos Heights in Illinois
Map Of Palos Heights, IL
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Population over time in Palos Heights
| Year | Population | % Change |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 12,460 | -0.6% |
| 2020 | 12,534 | -0.1% |
| 2019 | 12,545 | 0.0% |
| 2018 | 12,544 | -0.2% |
| 2017 | 12,566 | -0.0% |
| 2016 | 12,572 | 0.3% |
| 2015 | 12,540 | 0.8% |
| 2014 | 12,446 | 0.9% |
| 2013 | 12,332 | 1.2% |
| 2012 | 12,185 | - |
Race / Ethnicity in Palos Heights
| Race | Palos Heights | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| White | 87.0% | 60.2% | 59.4% |
| African American | 2.4% | 13.8% | 12.2% |
| American Indian | 0.3% | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Asian | 1.3% | 5.6% | 5.6% |
| Hawaiian | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Other | 0.0% | 0.3% | 0.4% |
| Two Or More | 0.8% | 2.4% | 3.2% |
| Hispanic | 8.2% | 17.5% | 18.4% |
Gender in Palos Heights
| Gender | Palos Heights | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Female | 50.4% | 50.6% | 50.5% |
| Male | 49.6% | 49.4% | 49.5% |
Highest level of educational attainment in Palos Heights for adults over 25
| Education | Palos Heights | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| < 9th Grade | 1.0% | 6.0% | 5.0% |
| 9-12th Grade | 2.0% | 6.0% | 6.0% |
| High School / GED | 24.0% | 25.0% | 26.0% |
| Some College | 20.0% | 20.0% | 20.0% |
| Associate's Degree | 7.0% | 8.0% | 9.0% |
| Bachelor's Degree | 26.0% | 22.0% | 21.0% |
| Master's Degree | 16.0% | 10.0% | 9.0% |
| Professional Degree | 3.0% | 2.0% | 2.0% |
| Doctorate Degree | 1.0% | 1.0% | 2.0% |
Household Income For Palos Heights, Illinois
| Income | Palos Heights | IL | USA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000 | 2.5% | 5.9% | 5.5% |
| $10,000 to $14,999 | 2.0% | 3.5% | 3.9% |
| $15,000 to $24,999 | 2.9% | 7.4% | 7.8% |
| $25,000 to $34,999 | 2.3% | 7.7% | 8.2% |
| $35,000 to $49,999 | 10.2% | 10.7% | 11.4% |
| $50,000 to $74,999 | 15.5% | 16.3% | 16.8% |
| $75,000 to $99,999 | 14.2% | 12.9% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999 | 20.1% | 17.1% | 16.3% |
| $150,000 to $199,999 | 15.7% | 8.5% | 7.8% |
| $200,000 or more | 14.6% | 10.1% | 9.5% |
