How long is the commute from Northlake, IL?
Workers who live in Northlake, IL take an average of 28.5 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
76.6% of workers drive alone to work.
2.2% take public transportation.
0.7% of workers walk to work.
8.4% work from home.
9.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 28.5 minutes (±2.0)
- Public transportation
- 2.2%
- Work from home
- 8.4%
- Households without a car
- 9.2%
How people in Northlake get to work
| Means of transportation | Northlake | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 76.6% (±5.1 points) | 54.8% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 10.9% (±3.6 points) | 7.7% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 2.2% (±1.3 points) | 11.8% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 0.7% (±1.0 points) | 4.0% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.2% (±1.1 points) | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 8.4% (±2.9 points) | 18.9% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Northlake, the average commute is lower than in Cook County (31.5 minutes).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (27.8 minutes).
It is higher than the national figure (26.4 minutes).
In Northlake, the share commuting by public transportation is lower than in Cook County (11.8%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (5.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (3.2%).
In Cook County, Northlake ranks 98 of 148 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 862 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Northlake
| Vehicles available | Northlake | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 9.2% (±3.5 points) | 18.0% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 29.2% (±4.9 points) | 41.5% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 32.9% (±6.3 points) | 28.4% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 28.7% (±5.0 points) | 12.1% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Northlake, 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 Northlake
| Northlake | Cook County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 8.4% (±2.9 points) | 18.9% (±0.2 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 92.9% (±2.6 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 86.4% (±4.8 points) | 90.6% (±0.2 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Northlake, the share of households with a broadband subscription is not measurably different from Cook County (90.6%).
It is not measurably different from Illinois (90.8%).
It is not measurably different from the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Northlake
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Northlake | — | 28.5 minutes (±2.0) | — |
| Stone Park | 1.5 mi | 20.2 minutes (±2.1) | Lower |
| Berkeley | 1.8 mi | 27.6 minutes (±4.6) | Not measurably different |
| Franklin Park | 2.0 mi | 28.9 minutes (±2.0) | Not measurably different |
| Melrose Park | 2.3 mi | 27.1 minutes (±1.6) | Not measurably different |
| Elmhurst | 2.3 mi | 29.1 minutes (±1.1) | Not measurably different |
| Leyden Township | 2.5 mi | 28.8 minutes (±0.8) | Not measurably different |
| Bellwood | 2.6 mi | 27.8 minutes (±1.8) | Not measurably different |
| Hillside | 3.2 mi | 29.1 minutes (±5.6) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably lower figure: Stone Park, IL (20.2 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 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) |
| 101 (tie) | Des Plaines | 28.2 minutes (±1.0) |
| 101 (tie) | Schaumburg Township | 28.2 minutes (±0.9) |
| 103 (tie) | Hometown | 28.1 minutes (±4.1) |
| 103 (tie) | Lyons | 28.1 minutes (±2.8) |
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 Northlake
How long is the average commute in Northlake?
Workers who live in Northlake, IL take an average of 28.5 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Northlake without a car?
9.2% of households in Northlake have no vehicle, and 2.2% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Northlake?
8.4% (±2.9 points) of workers who live in Northlake worked from home, and 86.4% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Northlake city, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Northlake city, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Northlake city, 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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Figures last updated on .
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