| ZIP Code | 60187 |
|---|---|
| City | Wheaton |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | DuPage County |
| Area Code | 331/630 |
| Elevation | 741 ft |
| Latitude | 41.87272 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.112442 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 6.7% ▼ 33% below avg |
| College Grads | 69.8% ▲ 80% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 248 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,123 (12.1%) |
| Some College | 1,121 (6.4%) |
| Associates | 1,819 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,314 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,961 (62.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $119,048 ▲ 56% above avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $432,200 ▲ 55% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,744/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,619 |
| Vacant Units | 632 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,619 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 632 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 60187 is located in Wheaton, Illinois, within DuPage County. With a population of 28,867, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 60187 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $119,048 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60187 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $432,200 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,744 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 60187 is primarily White (76.86%). Residents are highly educated — 69.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.7%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60187 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 60187 in Wheaton, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 28,867 residents, a median household income of $119,048, and a median home value of $432,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.