| ZIP Code | 60029 |
|---|---|
| City | Golf |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/847 |
| Elevation | 618 ft |
| Latitude | 42.058549 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.784941 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.0 yrs ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.63 |
| Below Poverty | 4.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.0% ▲ 94% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 40 (10.5%) |
| Some College | 26 (6.8%) |
| Associates | 29 (7.6%) |
| Bachelors | 21 (5.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 264 (69.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $238,098 ▲ 212% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $957,600 ▲ 243% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 205 |
| Vacant Units | 6 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 205 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 6 |
| Owner Occupied | 98.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 2.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.63 |
ZIP code 60029 is located in Golf, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 548, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50 years. Economically, 60029 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $238,098 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60029 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $957,600 is more than double the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 98.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 10% since 2019.
The population of 60029 is primarily White (79.20%). Residents are highly educated — 75.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.0%.
The unemployment rate in 60029 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 33% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 44%.
Overall, ZIP code 60029 in Golf, IL is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 548 residents, a median household income of $238,098, and a median home value of $957,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.