| ZIP Code | 60010 |
|---|---|
| City | Barrington |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 224/847 |
| Elevation | 815 ft |
| Latitude | 42.146498 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.164654 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17097 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.74 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 58% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.3% ▲ 94% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 237 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,890 (9.5%) |
| Some College | 1,376 (4.5%) |
| Associates | 3,034 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,577 (5.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 21,393 (70.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $175,050 ▲ 129% above avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $622,900 ▲ 123% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,459/mo ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,621 |
| Vacant Units | 990 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,621 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 990 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.74 |
ZIP code 60010 is located in Barrington, Illinois, within Lake County. With a population of 45,970, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 60010 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $175,050 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60010 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $622,900 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,459 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 60010 is primarily White (77.24%). Residents are highly educated — 75.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60010 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 25% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 64%.
Overall, ZIP code 60010 in Barrington, IL is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 45,970 residents, a median household income of $175,050, and a median home value of $622,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.