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Arlington Heights Illinois Map

Explore Arlington Heights, Illinois, with this interactive street and satellite map.

This page also offers TOPO MAPS — the official USGS topographic sheets — plus USGS aerial imagery, a labelled USNG grid overlay, a distance and bearing tool, and a GPS grid-reference readout. See How to Use This Map below.

Interactive Map of Arlington Heights, Illinois

How to Use This Arlington Heights, Illinois Map

This interactive map shows the street layout and satellite imagery for Arlington Heights, Illinois. Use the Map and Satellite buttons above to switch between street map and aerial imagery views. Use the + and − buttons to zoom in or out, or scroll your mouse wheel while holding the Control key to zoom. On a touchscreen, use a two-finger pinch gesture. Drag the map to pan to any area of Illinois or beyond.

Click ⛶ Fullscreen to expand the map to fill your screen. To return to the normal page view, press the Escape key, click the ✕ Exit Fullscreen button that appears above the map, or on a mobile device tap the back button (Android) or the close icon (iOS).

TOPO MAPS — NEW. Click the green 🔍 Search Maps button below the map to open a second map with a Base map row offering three choices. OSM is the standard OpenStreetMap street map. Topo shows the official USGS topographic maps from The National Map — contours, hydrography, land cover and shaded relief, the same mapping used for hiking, hunting and back-country navigation in the Adirondacks, the Catskills and the Finger Lakes. Imagery shows USGS aerial photography, mostly 1-metre NAIP. The search box finds any US town, county or landmark by name, so you are not limited to Arlington Heights.

Reading the map like a paper quad. Click Grid to overlay the U.S. National Grid (USNG), labelled along the edges exactly as a printed topographic sheet is — at normal zoom the squares are one kilometre across, so you can read a six-figure grid reference by eye and judge distance directly off the map. Click Measure, then tap two points, to get the distance between them together with the grid bearing in degrees and mils, the true bearing, and the magnetic bearing to set on a compass.

Click 📍 My position to take a single GPS reading from your device. It marks where you are and reports your position as a USNG grid reference as well as plain latitude and longitude — USNG being the format FEMA and US search and rescue teams work from — with a Copy position button so you can paste it straight into a text message. It takes one reading and stops, rather than tracking continuously, to conserve your battery. Note that map tiles need cell coverage, but a GPS reading does not — your coordinates stay correct even where the map itself cannot load.

City	Arlington Heights
State	Illinois (IL)
County	Cook County
Country	United States of America
Timezone	Central Time (America/Chicago)

Latitude	42.097362
Longitude	-87.981671
Population	77,676
Density	1806.1 /km²
Incorporated	Yes
ZIP Codes	60004, 62702, 60005
Area Code	217, 312, 773
County Seat	Chicago
School District	Township High School District 214

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About Arlington Heights, Illinois

Arlington Heights is a locality in Cook County, Illinois, United States. It has a population of 77,676. The population density is 1806.1 people per km². Arlington Heights is located at 42.0974°N, 87.9817°W. It observes the Central Time (America/Chicago) timezone. Arlington Heights is an incorporated locality. ZIP codes: 60004, 62702, 60005.

Arlington Heights occupies a broad, level expanse of the Midwestern prairie, characterized by an enduring stillness that defines the regional horizon. It lies 1.7 miles east of Rolling Meadows, IL (from Rolling Meadows, IL: bearing 80°T), and is situated 6.5 miles northeast of Schaumburg. The land here remains stubbornly flat, a testament to the ancient retreat of glaciers that once smoothed the soil into a fertile, dark foundation. A mile away, the quiet flow of McDonald Creek cuts a modest path through the landscape, while the verdant canopy of Busse Forest North lies just four miles to the south. During the golden hour of a late summer evening, the light stretches thin across the paved streets and wide intersections, illuminating the quiet clarity of the sky above the distant, faint silhouette of Rogers Ridge.

German farmers first broke the earth of Arlington Heights in the mid-nineteenth century, drawn by the promise of productive soil and the proximity of the iron rail line. These early settlers brought with them a diligent sense of order, transforming tracts of wild prairie into a sturdy grid of homesteads and burgeoning commercial life. Over the decades, the initial agricultural footprint gave way to a more complex settlement, yet the original spirit of industry remains etched in the structural bones of the streets. The history of Arlington Heights persists in the quiet persistence of its architecture, where the legacy of early agrarian ambition meets the contemporary pulse of a modern regional hub.

Economic life in Arlington Heights thrives upon a diverse foundation of corporate headquarters, retail centers, and a robust professional services sector that anchors the local infrastructure. The proximity of major regional transit arteries ensures a steady movement of commerce and commuters, sustaining a climate of constant, measured activity. While the village does not host its own university, it maintains a close intellectual alignment with the greater metropolitan region, benefiting from the proximity of prominent higher education institutions. The daily rhythms of Arlington Heights are dictated by this blend of corporate efficiency and suburban stability, creating a landscape where infrastructure serves as the silent, reliable pulse of the local economy.

Cultural expression in Arlington Heights flourishes through a vibrant calendar of annual festivals, including the popular Mane Event, which celebrates the storied legacy of horse racing that once defined the local landscape. North School Park serves as a central gathering point, offering a manicured green space where the community congregates amidst the changing colors of the seasons. While local sports fans largely direct their loyalties toward the professional teams of the nearby metropolis, the village maintains a distinct identity through its public art installations and community-centered events. Famous figures such as the actor Harrison Ford have roots in the area, contributing to a sense of local pride that balances the refined, quiet character of Arlington Heights with its role in the broader cultural narrative.

Nearby Outdoor Places

Hickory Meadows Park (Local Park) — 0.6 mi, 078° E
William Dunton (Public Artwork) — 1.0 mi, 175° S
Metropolis Theater (Theatre) — 1.0 mi, 189° S
Twin Lakes Recreational Area (Local Recreation) — 1.4 mi, 296° NW
Wildwood Park (Local Park) — 1.8 mi, 039° NE
Golf Course (Park) — 2.9 mi, 155° SE
Garden Gate (Monument) — 3.7 mi, 253° W
Unknown Author Stone (Monument) — 3.7 mi, 252° W
Cinergy Dine-In Cinemas (Cinema) — 4.0 mi, 046° NE
K.A.M.P. Memorial (Monument) — 4.1 mi, 234° SW
The Improv (Theatre) — 4.6 mi, 219° SW
Lake Avenue Woods-West (Nature Reserve) — 4.7 mi, 097° E
Deer Grove Forest Preserve - East (Nature Reserve) — 4.7 mi, 313° NW
K1 Speed (Attraction) — 4.7 mi, 028° NE
Legoland Discovery Center Chicago (Theme Park) — 4.8 mi, 214° SW
Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe (Attraction) — 4.9 mi, 114° SE
Paul Douglas Preserve (State Conservation Area) — 5.1 mi, 255° W
1000 Gecs Tree (Attraction) — 5.8 mi, 142° SE
Observatory (Museum) — 6.5 mi, 249° W
Elk Grove Cinema (Cinema) — 6.8 mi, 190° S
Bird Observatory (Viewpoint) — 9.2 mi, 322° NW
Birds of prey (Zoo / Wildlife Park) — 9.4 mi, 278° W
Museum of Hummels (Museum) — 9.4 mi, 140° SE
Morraine Hills State Park (State Park) — 18.9 mi, 321° NW
Adeline Jay Geo-Karis Illinois Beach State Park (State Park) — 22.0 mi, 023° NE

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