| ZIP Code | 60081 |
|---|---|
| City | Spring Grove |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | McHenry County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 837 ft |
| Latitude | 42.449091 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.226705 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.7% ▲ 15% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.6% ▲ 75% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 27 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,772 (28.2%) |
| Some College | 792 (12.6%) |
| Associates | 888 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 730 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,085 (33.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $116,278 ▲ 52% above avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $332,800 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,204/mo ↓ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,436 |
| Vacant Units | 134 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,436 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 134 |
| Owner Occupied | 91.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 8.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 60081 is located in Spring Grove, Illinois, within McHenry County. With a population of 9,117, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.4 years. Economically, 60081 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $116,278 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60081 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $332,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,204 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 91.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 60081 is primarily White (84.26%). Residents are well-educated — 44.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60081 stands at 8.6%, which is significantly above the national average. About 17% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 60081 in Spring Grove, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,117 residents, a median household income of $116,278, and a median home value of $332,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.