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Orland Hills, IL


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Orland Hills, Illinois

Orland Hills, Illinois, in Cook county, is 3 miles S of Orland Park, Illinois (center to center) and 21 miles SW of Chicago, Illinois. The village benefits from easy access to the nearby cities and towns with which it shares the Chicago metropolitan area. Orland Hills contains a population of approximately 6,779.

The People and Families of Orland Hills

In Orland Hills, about 64% of adults are married. Married couples seem to be the rule in Orland Hills, at least compared to other villages of its size. The village has a large-family feeling. There are plenty of young children in Orland Hills.

Wealth and Education

In 2000, Orland Hills had a median family income of $65,191. The typical family in Orland Hills is better off than most in Illinois. The village has a large middle class.

Political Inclinations

Political donors in Orland Hills favored John Kerry in the 2004 Presidential race, contributing $250. Among political parties, the Democratic party was tops in raising money in the village.

Orland Hills Housing

Orland Hills has, of course, a mix of various types of housing. Recently 77% of the livable housing units were owner-occupied. Homes in the village are newer than those found in most places.

Commuting

In Orland Hills, 90% of commuters drive to work. In Orland Hills, not everyone drives everywhere. The public transportation system may meet your needs.

High Points

Orland Hills strengths, compared to Peers (similar size places nationally) or State (other places in Illinois):

CategoryTrophy
Public Transportation Use
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Orland Hills Public Transportation Use
People in Middle Class or Better
(vs. Peers)
Top 11%Orland Hills People in Middle Class or Better
Median Family Income
(vs. State)
Top 17%Orland Hills Median Family Income
Racial Diversity
(vs. State)
Top 17%Orland Hills Racial Diversity

Comparative Profile of Orland Hills, IL

Comparing Orland Hills to similar size places nationwide (Peers) and to other places in Illinois (State):

Ratings range from 1 (lowest) to 10 (highest).


The People

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Children Under 5 Years Old1010
Male Share of the Population88
Racial Diversity89
Well-Paid Single Men66
Well-Paid Single Women56
Female Share of the Population33
Age of the Population11
Senior Citizens11

Families

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Average Household Size1010
Portion of People Married99

Wealth

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
People in Middle Class or Better99
Median Family Income89
People Above Poverty87
College Educated Adults58

Commute & Sprawl

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Public Transportation Use99
Working at Home55
Walking and Biking to Work56
Short Commute Times11

Housing

CharacteristicCompared
to Peers
Compared
to State
Housing Recently Built1010
Affordability of Property Taxes33
Affordability of Rents32
Studio & One-Bedroom Rentals24
People Living Alone11
Seasonal and Vacation Housing12

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