| ZIP Code | 60048 |
|---|---|
| City | Libertyville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 224/847 |
| Elevation | 716 ft |
| Latitude | 42.292606 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.945317 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17097 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.70 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.6% ▲ 95% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 170 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,837 (9.7%) |
| Some College | 906 (4.8%) |
| Associates | 1,687 (8.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,053 (5.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13,215 (70%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $169,283 ▲ 122% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $535,100 ▲ 92% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,569/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,826 |
| Vacant Units | 378 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,826 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 378 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.70 |
ZIP code 60048 is located in Libertyville, Illinois, within Lake County. With a population of 28,945, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.7 years. Economically, 60048 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $169,283 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60048 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $535,100 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,569 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 60048 is primarily White (80.85%). Residents are highly educated — 75.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60048 stands at 3.1%, 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 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 60048 in Libertyville, IL is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,945 residents, a median household income of $169,283, and a median home value of $535,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.