| ZIP Code | 60012 |
|---|---|
| City | Crystal Lake |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | McHenry County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 789 ft |
| Latitude | 42.272621 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.31157 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.94 |
| Below Poverty | 7.2% ▼ 28% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.7% ▲ 62% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,298 (16.7%) |
| Some College | 531 (6.9%) |
| Associates | 1,022 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 410 (5.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,446 (57.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $147,352 ▲ 93% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $397,100 ▲ 42% above avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,162/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,356 |
| Vacant Units | 331 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,356 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 331 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
ZIP code 60012 is located in Crystal Lake, Illinois, within McHenry County. With a population of 11,929, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.2 years. Economically, 60012 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $147,352 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60012 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $397,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,162 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 94.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 60012 is primarily White (83.48%). Residents are highly educated — 62.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.2%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60012 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 60012 in Crystal Lake, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,929 residents, a median household income of $147,352, and a median home value of $397,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.