| ZIP Code | 60538 |
|---|---|
| City | Montgomery |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Kendall County |
| Area Code | 331/630 |
| Elevation | 655 ft |
| Latitude | 41.727502 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.336942 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17093 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.6 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.00 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 19% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 572 (3.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,974 (28.3%) |
| Some College | 2,346 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 2,548 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,461 (14%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,674 (26.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,064 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $253,900 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,845/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,729 |
| Vacant Units | 591 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,729 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 591 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.00 |
ZIP code 60538 is located in Montgomery, Illinois, within Kendall County. With a population of 30,395, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.6 years. Economically, 60538 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,064 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60538 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $253,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,845 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 60538 is majority White (55.80%). Residents are well-educated — 40.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60538 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 60538 in Montgomery, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,395 residents, a median household income of $92,064, and a median home value of $253,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.