| ZIP Code | 60178 |
|---|---|
| City | Sycamore |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | DeKalb County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 838 ft |
| Latitude | 42.008161 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.660729 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 54.2% ▲ 40% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 24% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 53 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,530 (18.4%) |
| Some College | 1,630 (11.8%) |
| Associates | 2,083 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,338 (9.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,122 (44.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,314 ▲ 16% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $262,700 ≈ Avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,084/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,151 |
| Vacant Units | 452 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,151 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 452 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 60178 is located in Sycamore, Illinois, within DeKalb County. With a population of 21,709, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 60178 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,314 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60178 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $262,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,084 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 60178 is primarily White (86.01%). Residents are well-educated — 54.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60178 stands at 3.7%, 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 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 60178 in Sycamore, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,709 residents, a median household income of $88,314, and a median home value of $262,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.