Cost of Living in Glendale Heights, IL
Population: 32,864 • 2026 Data
$82,232
Median Household Income
+6% vs national
$1,562
Median Monthly Rent
+16% vs national
$249,000
Median Home Value
-27% vs national
5.2%
Unemployment Rate
Housing in Glendale Heights
The median home value in Glendale Heights, IL is $249,000. Monthly rent for a typical unit averages $1,562, while total monthly housing costs (including utilities and insurance) average $1,541.
Rent-to-income ratio: 22.8%. This is within the recommended 30% threshold, suggesting housing is relatively affordable for median-income earners.
Income and Employment
The median household income in Glendale Heights, IL is $82,232. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2%, with a labor force of 19,171 people.
Data Sources
All data from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. National median figures used for comparison context.