| ZIP Code | 60556 |
|---|---|
| City | Waterman |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | DeKalb County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 821 ft |
| Latitude | 41.762915 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.771125 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17037 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.6 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 7.1% ▼ 29% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 457 (36.7%) |
| Some College | 127 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 168 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 127 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 365 (29.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $94,625 ▲ 24% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $242,900 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $967/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 781 |
| Vacant Units | 27 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 781 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 27 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
ZIP code 60556 is located in Waterman, Illinois, within DeKalb County. With a population of 2,156, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.6 years. Economically, 60556 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $94,625 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60556 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $242,900 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $967 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 60556 is primarily White (83.21%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.1%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60556 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 60556 in Waterman, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,156 residents, a median household income of $94,625, and a median home value of $242,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.