| ZIP Code | 60466 |
|---|---|
| City | Park Forest |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 464/708 |
| Elevation | 745 ft |
| Latitude | 41.479162 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.684598 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.0 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 17.0% ▲ 70% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.6% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 45% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 441 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,367 (25%) |
| Some College | 1,462 (10.8%) |
| Associates | 3,421 (25.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,263 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,536 (26.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,132 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $106,100 ▼ 62% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,341/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,103 |
| Vacant Units | 802 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,103 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 802 |
| Owner Occupied | 64.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 35.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 60466 is located in Park Forest, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 21,123, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37 years. Economically, 60466 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,132 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60466 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $106,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,341 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 64.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 60466 is majority Black (69.24%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.0%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60466 stands at 7.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 60466 in Park Forest, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 21,123 residents, a median household income of $63,132, and a median home value of $106,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.