Palos Hills, IL

Palos Hills sits 20 miles southwest of downtown Chicago in Cook County's rolling suburban landscape. Major routes include I-294 along the eastern border, US-45 through the center, and Route 171 cutting diagonally north. Most trips are regional commutes from Chicago (30-45 minutes) or nearby suburbs, with Midway Airport just 12 miles northeast. The city hosts Moraine Valley Community College, serving over 16,000 students on its sprawling campus.