How long is the commute from Harwood Heights, IL?
Workers who live in Harwood Heights, IL take an average of 28.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
71.1% of workers drive alone to work.
6.6% take public transportation.
4.1% of workers walk to work.
11.4% work from home.
11.3% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 28.5 minutes (±2.7)
- Public transportation
- 6.6%
- Work from home
- 11.4%
- Households without a car
- 11.3%
How people in Harwood Heights get to work
| Means of transportation | Harwood Heights | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 71.1% (±6.7 points) | 54.8% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 4.3% (±3.1 points) | 7.7% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 6.6% (±3.6 points) | 11.8% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 4.1% (±2.6 points) | 4.0% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 2.5% (±1.7 points) | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 11.4% (±4.7 points) | 18.9% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Harwood Heights, the average commute is lower than in Cook County (31.5 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Harwood Heights, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in Cook County (11.8%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (5.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Cook County, Harwood Heights ranks 94 of 148 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 856 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Harwood Heights
| Vehicles available | Harwood Heights | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 11.3% (±5.0 points) | 18.0% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 45.9% (±8.2 points) | 41.5% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 31.8% (±6.5 points) | 28.4% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 10.9% (±4.0 points) | 12.1% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Harwood Heights, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Cook County (18.0%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (11.0%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Harwood Heights
| Harwood Heights | Cook County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 11.4% (±4.7 points) | 18.9% (±0.2 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.9% (±3.7 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 81.5% (±6.1 points) | 90.6% (±0.2 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Harwood Heights, the share of households with a broadband subscription is lower than in Cook County (90.6%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (90.8%).
It is lower than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Harwood Heights
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harwood Heights | — | 28.5 minutes (±2.7) | — |
| Norwood Park Township | 0.7 mi | 32.0 minutes (±2.0) | Higher |
| Norridge | 0.9 mi | 34.2 minutes (±2.7) | Higher |
| Elmwood Park | 3.1 mi | 32.2 minutes (±1.7) | Higher |
| Schiller Park | 3.3 mi | 24.8 minutes (±2.6) | Not measurably different |
| River Grove | 3.3 mi | 30.8 minutes (±2.8) | Not measurably different |
| Park Ridge | 3.7 mi | 29.1 minutes (±1.3) | Not measurably different |
| Rosemont | 3.7 mi | 22.5 minutes (±3.3) | Lower |
| Leyden Township | 3.8 mi | 28.8 minutes (±0.8) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Rosemont, IL (22.5 minutes).
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Norwood Park Township, IL (32.0 minutes), Norridge, IL (34.2 minutes), Elmwood Park, IL (32.2 minutes).
Distance is measured in a straight line between the Census Bureau’s internal points for each place.
Average commute across Cook County, place by place
| Rank | Place | Average commute |
|---|---|---|
| 88 (tie) | Franklin Park | 28.9 minutes (±2.0) |
| 88 (tie) | Summit | 28.9 minutes (±2.2) |
| 90 (tie) | Midlothian | 28.8 minutes (±2.1) |
| 90 (tie) | Leyden Township | 28.8 minutes (±0.8) |
| 92 (tie) | Robbins | 28.7 minutes (±4.8) |
| 92 (tie) | Proviso Township | 28.7 minutes (±0.9) |
| 94 (tie) | Harwood Heights | 28.5 minutes (±2.7) |
| 94 (tie) | Hoffman Estates | 28.5 minutes (±1.2) |
| 94 (tie) | La Grange | 28.5 minutes (±1.7) |
| 94 (tie) | Lincolnwood | 28.5 minutes (±2.3) |
| 94 (tie) | Northlake | 28.5 minutes (±2.0) |
| 99 | Morton Grove | 28.4 minutes (±1.9) |
| 100 | Niles | 28.3 minutes (±2.4) |
Showing 13 of 148 places in Cook County, ranked from highest to lowest.
Survey years: 2020–2024 (American Community Survey 5-year estimates).
Margins of error are at the 90% confidence level.
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Questions about Harwood Heights
How long is the average commute in Harwood Heights?
Workers who live in Harwood Heights, IL take an average of 28.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Harwood Heights without a car?
11.3% of households in Harwood Heights have no vehicle, and 6.6% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Harwood Heights?
11.4% (±4.7 points) of workers who live in Harwood Heights worked from home, and 81.5% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Harwood Heights village, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Harwood Heights village, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Harwood Heights village, Illinois
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DP03_0018E, DP03_0018M, DP03_0025E, DP03_0025M, DP03_0019PE, DP03_0019PM, DP03_0020PE, DP03_0020PM, DP03_0021PE, DP03_0021PM, DP03_0022PE, DP03_0022PM, DP03_0023PE, DP03_0023PM, DP03_0024PE, DP03_0024PM, DP04_0058PE, DP04_0058PM, DP04_0059PE, DP04_0059PM, DP04_0060PE, DP04_0060PM, DP04_0061PE, DP04_0061PM, DP02_0153PE, DP02_0153PM, DP02_0154PE, DP02_0154PM
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