| ZIP Code | 60505 |
|---|---|
| City | Aurora |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Kane County |
| Area Code | 331/630 |
| Elevation | 698 ft |
| Latitude | 41.765459 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.296136 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17089 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.33 |
| Below Poverty | 14.5% ▲ 45% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.0% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,420 (9.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,048 (38.5%) |
| Some College | 4,718 (18.1%) |
| Associates | 2,931 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,490 (5.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,517 (17.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,306 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $192,500 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,230/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,681 |
| Vacant Units | 1,354 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,681 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,354 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.33 |
ZIP code 60505 is located in Aurora, Illinois, within Kane County. With a population of 58,176, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.6 years. Economically, 60505 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,306 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60505 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $192,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,230 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.8%) and renters (42.2%). Median home values have increased by 50% since 2019.
The population of 60505 is primarily Hispanic (79.30%). Residents are less-educated — 23.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.5%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60505 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 60505 in Aurora, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 58,176 residents, a median household income of $70,306, and a median home value of $192,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.