| ZIP Code | 60053 |
|---|---|
| City | Morton Grove |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/847 |
| Elevation | 621 ft |
| Latitude | 42.042239 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.788928 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.3 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 62.2% ▲ 61% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 336 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,075 (18.5%) |
| Some College | 1,116 (6.7%) |
| Associates | 1,752 (10.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,336 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,010 (54.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $106,078 ▲ 39% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $377,000 ▲ 35% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $2,210/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,546 |
| Vacant Units | 435 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,546 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 435 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
ZIP code 60053 is located in Morton Grove, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 24,687, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.3 years. Economically, 60053 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $106,078 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60053 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $377,000 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $2,210 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 60053 is majority White (53.22%). Residents are highly educated — 62.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60053 stands at 3.9%, 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 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 60053 in Morton Grove, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,687 residents, a median household income of $106,078, and a median home value of $377,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.