| ZIP Code | 60201 |
|---|---|
| City | Evanston |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/773/847 |
| Elevation | 600 ft |
| Latitude | 42.054745 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.692382 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 76.4% ▲ 97% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 14% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 143 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,583 (10.9%) |
| Some College | 1,093 (4.6%) |
| Associates | 1,772 (7.5%) |
| Bachelors | 938 (4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17,200 (72.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,101 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $577,800 ▲ 107% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 6.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,792/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,890 |
| Vacant Units | 1,527 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,890 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,527 |
| Owner Occupied | 54.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 45.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 60201 is located in Evanston, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 43,555, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.3 years. Economically, 60201 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,101 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60201 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $577,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,792 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (54.9%) and renters (45.1%). Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 60201 is majority White (61.63%). Residents are highly educated — 76.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.2%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60201 stands at 5.6%, which is near the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 39%.
Overall, ZIP code 60201 in Evanston, IL is characterized as middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 43,555 residents, a median household income of $92,101, and a median home value of $577,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.