| ZIP Code | 60083 |
|---|---|
| City | Wadsworth |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 847 |
| Elevation | 677 ft |
| Latitude | 42.436841 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.949952 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17097 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.6 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 4.4% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.9% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 44 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,648 (26.9%) |
| Some College | 813 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 868 (14.2%) |
| Bachelors | 328 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,421 (39.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $111,912 ▲ 47% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $286,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,702/mo ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,628 |
| Vacant Units | 66 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,628 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 66 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 60083 is located in Wadsworth, Illinois, within Lake County. With a population of 9,655, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.6 years. Economically, 60083 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $111,912 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60083 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $286,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,702 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 10% since 2019.
The population of 60083 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 49.6%. Residents are well-educated — 44.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.4%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60083 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 60083 in Wadsworth, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 9,655 residents, a median household income of $111,912, and a median home value of $286,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.