60004, Arlington Heights, IL

Arlington Heights is a suburb of Chicago, Illinois. As of the 2010 census, the population was 34,527. The median household income was $101,898 and the median family income was $126,906. In 2007, Arlington Heights ranked as one of "America's 100 Best Communities for Young Families."

The 60004 zip code covers an area of 4.1 square miles and has a population density of 2,000 people per square mile. The median home value in this zip code is $269,900 which is higher than the Illinois median home value of $217,500. Home values in Arlington Heights have increased by an average of 9% over the past five years.

As of September 2011 there were 10,711 homes for sale in the 60004 zip code and 5,821 homes were listed for sale at a price greater than $250K. This represents an inventory level of 46%.

The average list price for homes in this zip code is $309K which is higher than the Illinois average list price of $255K. Over the past year there has been an increase in listings with a 12% increase while there has been a decrease in sales with a 3% decrease.

There are many factors that contribute to home prices and equity within Arlington Heights including: location (close to major metropolitan areas), schools (rated as excellent by Niche), low crime rates and good infrastructure (highways and public transportation).