| ZIP Code | 60453 |
|---|---|
| City | Oak Lawn |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 464/708 |
| Elevation | 595 ft |
| Latitude | 41.714116 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.752771 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.9% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 983 (2.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,343 (29.7%) |
| Some College | 4,147 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 5,707 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 4,051 (10.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,943 (31.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,493 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $267,900 ≈ Avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,310/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 23,115 |
| Vacant Units | 1,370 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 23,115 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,370 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 60453 is located in Oak Lawn, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 57,098, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.3 years. Economically, 60453 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,493 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60453 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $267,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,310 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 60453 is majority White (64.45%). Residents are well-educated — 41.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60453 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 60453 in Oak Lawn, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 57,098 residents, a median household income of $82,493, and a median home value of $267,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.