| ZIP Code | 60429 |
|---|---|
| City | Hazel Crest |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 464/708 |
| Elevation | 662 ft |
| Latitude | 41.574029 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.683706 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.83 |
| Below Poverty | 21.1% ▲ 111% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 14.3% ▲ 192% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 114 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,530 (28.4%) |
| Some College | 730 (8.2%) |
| Associates | 2,239 (25.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,129 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,163 (24.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,231 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $180,800 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,440/mo ↓ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,969 |
| Vacant Units | 853 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,969 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 853 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.83 |
ZIP code 60429 is located in Hazel Crest, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 14,602, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 60429 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,231 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60429 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $180,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,440 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 60429 is primarily Black (83.08%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.1%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60429 stands at 14.3%, which is more than double the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 60429 in Hazel Crest, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,602 residents, a median household income of $62,231, and a median home value of $180,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.