| ZIP Code | 60451 |
|---|---|
| City | New Lenox |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Will County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 687 ft |
| Latitude | 41.508158 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.960979 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17197 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.98 |
| Below Poverty | 2.5% ▼ 75% below avg |
| College Grads | 52.3% ▲ 35% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 60 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,878 (24.9%) |
| Some College | 2,106 (8.9%) |
| Associates | 3,202 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,626 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,719 (41.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $132,260 ▲ 73% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $373,100 ▲ 34% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,304/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,972 |
| Vacant Units | 453 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.98 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,972 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 453 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.98 |
ZIP code 60451 is located in New Lenox, Illinois, within Will County. With a population of 37,481, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.3 years. Economically, 60451 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $132,260 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60451 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $373,100 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,304 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 60451 is primarily White (89.26%). Residents are well-educated — 52.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 2.5%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60451 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 60451 in New Lenox, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,481 residents, a median household income of $132,260, and a median home value of $373,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.