Median Age
41 Years
Largest Age Group
10-19 Years
Approximately 16% of Residents
Under 20
28%
Over 65
17%
Clarendon Hills
Clarendon Hills, IL Area Guide
Avg Rent
$1,707
Population
8,538
Renter Mix
22% Rent
This top-notch Chicago suburb has become one of Illinois’ best-rated neighborhoods
Suburban
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Family-Friendly
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Great Schools
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Park-Like
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Community
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Situated over 22 miles west of Downtown Chicago, Clarendon Hills sits between Interstates 294 and 355, housing incredible homes and apartments in one of the most sought-after areas in and around the Windy City. The community-centered town of Clarendon Hills is fiercely loved by its residents and it’s easy to see why. Fantastic schools, an active community, and a picturesque setting make Clarendon Hills perfect for anyone who wants to set down roots or start a family outside the hustle and bustle of Chicago.
There are plenty of dining and shopping options on both Ogden Avenue to the north and 55th Street to the south. Prospect Park sits at the center of the neighborhood and makes for an idyllic picnic spot. Commuting from your Clarendon Hills apartment should be a breeze thanks to the nearby interstates and Metro lines.
Demographics
Median Household Income
$114,737
Average: $156,399
Education
4,476
Residents Have a Degree
Job Market
4,252
Workers Employed
Age Distribution
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Housing Distribution
Clarendon Hills has more homeowners than renters.
Renters
22%
Non-Renters
78%
Education Distribution
Review this city's overall education levels.
Bachelor's or Higher
49%
Other Education
51%
Rent Trends
As of April 2026, the average apartment rent in Clarendon Hills, IL is $1,442 for a studio, $1,721 for one bedroom, $2,106 for two bedrooms, and $2,947 for three bedrooms. Apartment rent in Clarendon Hills has increased by 4.4% in the past year.
Property Type
Average Rent
Average Sq Ft
Apartment
$1,721/month
723 Sq Ft
Getting Around
Explore how walkable, bikeable, drivable, and transit-friendly Clarendon Hills, IL is for everyday living.
Fairly Walkable
Walkability
50
/ 100
Good Public Transit
Transit
60
/ 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100
/ 100
Fairly Bikeable
Bikeability
50
/ 100
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Schools
Public
Grades K-5
318 Students
Public
Grades K-5
293 Students
Public
Grades PK-5
503 Students
Public
Grades 6-8
540 Students
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Points of Interest
Shopping Centers
Parks and Recreation
- Fullersburg Woods Nature Center
- Mayslake Forest Preserve
- Bemis Woods
- Lyman Woods Interpretive Center
- Wolf Road Prairie Nature Preserve
Transit / Subway
Airports
- Chicago Midway International
- Chicago O'Hare International
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Methodology
† Our analysis of utilities, groceries, transportation, healthcare, home prices, and other goods and services is sourced from the Cost of Living Index, a respected benchmark published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER) that provides a thorough overview of living expenses across different regions.
Rent data is provided by CoStar Group’s Market Trend reports. As the industry leader in commercial real estate information, analytics, and news, CoStar conducts extensive research to produce and maintain a comprehensive database of commercial real estate information. We combine this data with public record to provide the most up-to-date rental information available.
Consumer goods, services, and home prices are sourced from the Cost of Living Index published by the Council for Community and Economic Research (C2ER). The data on this page is updated quarterly. It was last published in February 2026.
Demographic information comes from Neustar and combines detailed address data with U.S. Census and American Community Survey statistics to produce reliable local estimates.