How long is the commute from Palos Heights, IL?
Workers who live in Palos Heights, IL take an average of 29.9 minutes to get to work (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
73.6% of workers drive alone to work.
3.7% take public transportation.
1.8% of workers walk to work.
14.3% work from home.
5.2% of households have no vehicle.
Figures last updated on .
- Average commute
- 29.9 minutes (±2.4)
- Public transportation
- 3.7%
- Work from home
- 14.3%
- Households without a car
- 5.2%
How people in Palos Heights get to work
| Means of transportation | Palos Heights | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone | 73.6% (±4.0 points) | 54.8% | 65.9% | 68.8% |
| Carpooled | 5.2% (±2.0 points) | 7.7% | 7.8% | 8.5% |
| Public transportation | 3.7% (±2.0 points) | 11.8% | 5.8% | 3.2% |
| Walked | 1.8% (±1.5 points) | 4.0% | 2.8% | 2.4% |
| Other means (bicycle, taxi, motorcycle) | 1.3% (±0.9 points) | 2.7% | 1.9% | 2.0% |
| Worked from home | 14.3% (±3.2 points) | 18.9% | 15.9% | 15.1% |
In Palos Heights, the average commute is not measurably different from 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 Palos Heights, 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, Palos Heights ranks 71 of 148 places with a published estimate, from highest to lowest average commute.
Statewide, it ranks 659 of 2,646.
Rankings use the estimates alone; where margins of error overlap, neighboring ranks may not truly differ.
Cars per household in Palos Heights
| Vehicles available | Palos Heights | Cook County | Illinois | United States |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle | 5.2% (±2.0 points) | 18.0% | 11.0% | 8.4% |
| 1 vehicle | 28.2% (±4.4 points) | 41.5% | 35.7% | 33.1% |
| 2 vehicles | 43.2% (±5.5 points) | 28.4% | 35.1% | 36.6% |
| 3 or more vehicles | 23.4% (±3.8 points) | 12.1% | 18.3% | 21.9% |
In Palos Heights, the share of households without a vehicle is lower than in Cook County (18.0%).
It is also lower than in Illinois (11.0%).
It is lower than the national figure (8.4%).
Working from home and internet access in Palos Heights
| Palos Heights | Cook County | Illinois | United States | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Workers working from home | 14.3% (±3.2 points) | 18.9% (±0.2 points) | 15.9% (±0.1 points) | 15.1% |
| Households with a computer | 96.3% (±1.9 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.2% (±0.1 points) | 95.5% |
| Households with broadband internet | 94.1% (±2.3 points) | 90.6% (±0.2 points) | 90.8% (±0.1 points) | 91.0% |
In Palos Heights, the share of households with a broadband subscription is higher than in Cook County (90.6%).
It is also higher than in Illinois (90.8%).
It is higher than the national figure (91.0%).
Average commute in places near Palos Heights
| Place | Distance | Average commute | Compared with this place |
|---|---|---|---|
| Palos Heights | — | 29.9 minutes (±2.4) | — |
| Worth | 1.7 mi | 28.0 minutes (±1.8) | Not measurably different |
| Palos Park | 1.7 mi | 29.6 minutes (±6.1) | Not measurably different |
| Chicago Ridge | 2.9 mi | 31.8 minutes (±3.1) | Not measurably different |
| Palos Hills | 3.0 mi | 35.2 minutes (±2.6) | Higher |
| Alsip | 3.1 mi | 30.1 minutes (±2.1) | Not measurably different |
| Crestwood | 3.1 mi | 32.7 minutes (±3.0) | Not measurably different |
| Palos Township | 3.3 mi | 33.1 minutes (±1.8) | Higher |
| Worth Township (Cook County) | 3.3 mi | 30.4 minutes (±0.8) | Not measurably different |
Nearby places with a measurably higher figure: Palos Hills, IL (35.2 minutes), Palos Township, IL (33.1 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 65 (tie) | Alsip | 30.1 minutes (±2.1) |
| 65 (tie) | Chicago Heights | 30.1 minutes (±2.6) |
| 65 (tie) | Harvey | 30.1 minutes (±3.2) |
| 65 (tie) | Streamwood | 30.1 minutes (±1.8) |
| 69 (tie) | Hickory Hills | 29.9 minutes (±3.8) |
| 69 (tie) | Indian Head Park | 29.9 minutes (±3.5) |
| 69 (tie) | Palos Heights | 29.9 minutes (±2.4) |
| 69 (tie) | Stickney Township | 29.9 minutes (±1.2) |
| 73 (tie) | Palos Park | 29.6 minutes (±6.1) |
| 73 (tie) | Hanover Township (Cook County) | 29.6 minutes (±1.1) |
| 73 (tie) | Lyons Township | 29.6 minutes (±0.8) |
| 76 | Maine Township (Cook County) | 29.5 minutes (±0.9) |
| 77 (tie) | Cicero | 29.3 minutes (±1.1) |
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 Palos Heights
How long is the average commute in Palos Heights?
Workers who live in Palos Heights, IL take an average of 29.9 minutes each way (2020–2024 American Community Survey).
Can you live in Palos Heights without a car?
5.2% of households in Palos Heights have no vehicle, and 3.7% of workers commute by public transportation.
How many people work from home in Palos Heights?
14.3% (±3.2 points) of workers who live in Palos Heights worked from home, and 94.1% of households have a broadband subscription.
Sources
- Selected Economic Characteristics (DP03), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Palos Heights city, Illinois
- Selected Housing Characteristics (DP04), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Palos Heights city, Illinois
- Selected Social Characteristics (DP02), 2020–2024 ACS 5-year estimates — Palos Heights 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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