| ZIP Code | 60008 |
|---|---|
| City | Rolling Meadows |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/630/847 |
| Elevation | 724 ft |
| Latitude | 42.070412 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.022247 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.60 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.4% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 370 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,129 (28.7%) |
| Some College | 1,494 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 1,424 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,013 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,952 (41.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,213 ▲ 26% above avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $295,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,561/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,282 |
| Vacant Units | 572 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,282 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 572 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.60 |
ZIP code 60008 is located in Rolling Meadows, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 22,949, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.3 years. Economically, 60008 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $96,213 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60008 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $295,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,561 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 60008 is majority White (54.37%). Residents are well-educated — 48.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60008 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 60008 in Rolling Meadows, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,949 residents, a median household income of $96,213, and a median home value of $295,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.