| ZIP Code | 60612 |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 312/773/872 |
| Elevation | 594 ft |
| Latitude | 41.880511 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.687867 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 22.8% ▲ 128% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 11.1% ▲ 126% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 448 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,032 (22.7%) |
| Some College | 2,671 (12%) |
| Associates | 3,118 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,428 (6.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,490 (42.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,457 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $331,600 ▲ 19% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,330/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 16,763 |
| Vacant Units | 1,829 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 16,763 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,829 |
| Owner Occupied | 30.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 69.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 60612 is located in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 34,699, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.2 years. Economically, 60612 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,457 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60612 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $331,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,330 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 69.2% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 60612 is majority Black (54.04%). Residents are well-educated — 49.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.8%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60612 stands at 11.1%, which is more than double the national average. About 15% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 48%.
Overall, ZIP code 60612 in Chicago, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 34,699 residents, a median household income of $60,457, and a median home value of $331,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.