| ZIP Code | 60521 |
|---|---|
| City | Hinsdale |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | DuPage County |
| Area Code | 224/331/464/630/708/ |
| Elevation | 706 ft |
| Latitude | 41.800683 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.928172 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17043 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.96 |
| Below Poverty | 1.8% ▼ 82% below avg |
| College Grads | 83.3% ▲ 115% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 47% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 78 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 717 (6.6%) |
| Some College | 401 (3.7%) |
| Associates | 607 (5.6%) |
| Bachelors | 324 (3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,688 (80.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $244,318 ▲ 220% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $988,000 ▲ 254% above avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,921/mo |
| Total Units | 6,528 |
| Vacant Units | 528 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,528 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 528 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.96 |
ZIP code 60521 is located in Hinsdale, Illinois, within DuPage County. With a population of 18,097, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.4 years. Economically, 60521 is a affluent ZIP code: the median household income of $244,318 is more than double the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60521 represents among the most expensive housing markets in the country. The median home value of $988,000 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,921 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 60521 is primarily White (71.90%). Residents are highly educated — 83.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 1.8%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60521 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 32% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 47%.
Overall, ZIP code 60521 in Hinsdale, IL is characterized as affluent, highly educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,097 residents, a median household income of $244,318, and a median home value of $988,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.