| ZIP Code | 60152 |
|---|---|
| City | Marengo |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | McHenry County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 854 ft |
| Latitude | 42.239365 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.627304 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 35.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 92 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,517 (33.4%) |
| Some College | 866 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 1,364 (18.1%) |
| Bachelors | 646 (8.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,057 (27.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,209 ▲ 23% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $259,200 ≈ Avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,090/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,715 |
| Vacant Units | 228 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,715 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 228 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 60152 is located in Marengo, Illinois, within McHenry County. With a population of 12,006, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 60152 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,209 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60152 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $259,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,090 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 34% since 2019.
The population of 60152 is primarily White (87.66%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60152 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 60152 in Marengo, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,006 residents, a median household income of $94,209, and a median home value of $259,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.