| ZIP Code | 60051 |
|---|---|
| City | Mchenry |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | McHenry County |
| Area Code | 779 |
| Elevation | 770 ft |
| Latitude | 42.350262 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.221054 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.49 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.3% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 106 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,838 (28.6%) |
| Some College | 2,272 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 2,392 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,589 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,747 (33.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $104,227 ▲ 37% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $268,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,665/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,210 |
| Vacant Units | 592 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,210 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 592 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.49 |
ZIP code 60051 is located in Mchenry, Illinois, within McHenry County. With a population of 23,931, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 60051 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $104,227 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60051 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $268,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,665 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 30% since 2019.
The population of 60051 is primarily White (83.63%). Residents are well-educated — 43.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60051 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 60051 in Mchenry, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,931 residents, a median household income of $104,227, and a median home value of $268,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.