| ZIP Code | 60171 |
|---|---|
| City | River Grove |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/464/708/773 |
| Elevation | 615 ft |
| Latitude | 41.925059 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.838334 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 5.5% ▼ 45% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 15% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 108 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,918 (28.1%) |
| Some College | 827 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 1,196 (17.5%) |
| Bachelors | 943 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,839 (26.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,793 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $244,700 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,230/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,456 |
| Vacant Units | 350 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,456 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 350 |
| Owner Occupied | 59.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 40.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 60171 is located in River Grove, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 10,482, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 60171 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $74,793 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60171 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $244,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,230 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (59.6%) and renters (40.4%). Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 60171 is majority White (58.70%). Residents are well-educated — 40.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60171 stands at 4.1%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 60171 in River Grove, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 10,482 residents, a median household income of $74,793, and a median home value of $244,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.