| ZIP Code | 60404 |
|---|---|
| City | Shorewood |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Will County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 590 ft |
| Latitude | 41.513454 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.224146 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17197 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 49.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 118 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,368 (24.5%) |
| Some College | 1,416 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 2,087 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,325 (9.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,441 (39.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $121,696 ▲ 59% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $319,800 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,945/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,530 |
| Vacant Units | 325 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,530 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 325 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 60404 is located in Shorewood, Illinois, within Will County. With a population of 20,052, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 60404 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $121,696 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60404 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $319,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,945 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 94.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 60404 is primarily White (76.92%). Residents are well-educated — 49.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60404 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 60404 in Shorewood, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,052 residents, a median household income of $121,696, and a median home value of $319,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.