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Palos Heights exudes a family-friendly atmosphere with a strong sense of community. The area is known for its quiet residential streets, well-kept parks, and a generally peaceful environment. Residents take pride in their homes and community.

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COMMUNITY GUIDE · PALOS HEIGHTS
Palos Heights, Cook County

City Snapshot

Population

12,068

County

Cook County

Timezone

America/Chicago

Median Income

$105,366

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Northwestern Medicine Palos Hospital

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Richard Durbin

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

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Tammy Duckworth

U.S. Senator

Democrat Party

JB Pritzker
JB Pritzker

Governor

Democratic Party