| ZIP Code | 60426 |
|---|---|
| City | Harvey |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 464/708 |
| Elevation | 604 ft |
| Latitude | 41.610251 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.653038 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.75 |
| Below Poverty | 23.6% ▲ 136% above avg |
| College Grads | 18.6% ▼ 52% below avg |
| Unemployment | 13.2% ▲ 170% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 523 (4.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,568 (44.2%) |
| Some College | 1,714 (13.6%) |
| Associates | 2,455 (19.5%) |
| Bachelors | 878 (7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,471 (11.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $40,995 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,500 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $987/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,870 |
| Vacant Units | 2,571 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,870 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,571 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.75 |
ZIP code 60426 is located in Harvey, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 23,066, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 60426 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $40,995 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60426 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $88,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $987 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.8%) and renters (43.2%). Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 60426 is majority Black (59.46%). Residents are less-educated — 18.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.6%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60426 stands at 13.2%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 60426 in Harvey, IL is characterized as working-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 23,066 residents, a median household income of $40,995, and a median home value of $88,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.