| ZIP Code | 60035 |
|---|---|
| City | Highland Park |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 224/847 |
| Elevation | 685 ft |
| Latitude | 42.185968 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.805939 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17097 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 3.2% ▼ 68% below avg |
| College Grads | 80.3% ▲ 107% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 33% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 104 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,455 (7.2%) |
| Some College | 704 (3.5%) |
| Associates | 1,701 (8.5%) |
| Bachelors | 682 (3.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,481 (76.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $161,811 ▲ 112% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $594,600 ▲ 113% above avg ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,903/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,376 |
| Vacant Units | 611 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,376 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 611 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 60035 is located in Highland Park, Illinois, within Lake County. With a population of 30,236, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46 years. Economically, 60035 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $161,811 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60035 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $594,600 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,903 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 2% since 2019.
The population of 60035 is primarily White (79.74%). Residents are highly educated — 80.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.2%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60035 stands at 3.3%, 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 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 60035 in Highland Park, IL is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,236 residents, a median household income of $161,811, and a median home value of $594,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.