| ZIP Code | 60480 |
|---|---|
| City | Willow Springs |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 464/708 |
| Elevation | 710 ft |
| Latitude | 41.720306 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.881345 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.6 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.21 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.1% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 62 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,098 (27.6%) |
| Some College | 414 (10.4%) |
| Associates | 574 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 351 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,485 (37.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $97,311 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $355,600 ▲ 28% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,328/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,441 |
| Vacant Units | 43 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,441 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 43 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.21 |
ZIP code 60480 is located in Willow Springs, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 5,319, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.6 years. Economically, 60480 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $97,311 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60480 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $355,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,328 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 60480 is primarily White (82.93%). Residents are well-educated — 46.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60480 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 60480 in Willow Springs, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,319 residents, a median household income of $97,311, and a median home value of $355,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.