| ZIP Code | 60160 |
|---|---|
| City | Melrose Park |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 464/630/708 |
| Elevation | 636 ft |
| Latitude | 41.903491 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.86177 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.0 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.93 |
| Below Poverty | 10.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 26.2% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 973 (7.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,896 (38.5%) |
| Some College | 1,671 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 1,856 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,050 (8.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,285 (17.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,740 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $265,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,194/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,947 |
| Vacant Units | 626 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,947 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 626 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.93 |
ZIP code 60160 is located in Melrose Park, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 24,513, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35 years. Economically, 60160 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,740 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60160 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $265,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,194 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.3%) and renters (42.7%). Median home values have increased by 38% since 2019.
The population of 60160 is primarily Hispanic (77.79%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.4%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60160 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 60160 in Melrose Park, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,513 residents, a median household income of $64,740, and a median home value of $265,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.