| ZIP Code | 60091 |
|---|---|
| City | Wilmette |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/847 |
| Elevation | 629 ft |
| Latitude | 42.077788 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.72057 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.67 |
| Below Poverty | 3.4% ▼ 66% below avg |
| College Grads | 86.5% ▲ 123% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 45 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 984 (5.8%) |
| Some College | 232 (1.4%) |
| Associates | 1,033 (6.1%) |
| Bachelors | 445 (2.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 14,222 (83.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $190,250 ▲ 149% above avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $800,100 ▲ 187% above avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,968/mo ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,673 |
| Vacant Units | 450 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,673 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 450 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.67 |
ZIP code 60091 is located in Wilmette, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 27,369, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.7 years. Economically, 60091 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $190,250 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60091 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $800,100 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,968 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 88.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 60091 is primarily White (78.29%). Residents are highly educated — 86.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.4%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60091 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 43%.
Overall, ZIP code 60091 in Wilmette, IL is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,369 residents, a median household income of $190,250, and a median home value of $800,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.