| ZIP Code | 60203 |
|---|---|
| City | Evanston |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/773/847 |
| Elevation | 604 ft |
| Latitude | 42.049035 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.717455 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 58% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.9% ▲ 96% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 63% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 64 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 214 (7.7%) |
| Some College | 123 (4.4%) |
| Associates | 272 (9.7%) |
| Bachelors | 74 (2.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,050 (73.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $162,208 ▲ 113% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $469,400 ▲ 68% above avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,852/mo ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,772 |
| Vacant Units | 83 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,772 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 83 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
ZIP code 60203 is located in Evanston, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 4,733, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43 years. Economically, 60203 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $162,208 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60203 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $469,400 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,852 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 93.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 3% since 2019.
The population of 60203 is majority White (67.84%). Residents are highly educated — 75.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60203 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — 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 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 60203 in Evanston, IL is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,733 residents, a median household income of $162,208, and a median home value of $469,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.