| ZIP Code | 60615 |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 312/773/872 |
| Elevation | 593 ft |
| Latitude | 41.803261 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.597934 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.88 |
| Below Poverty | 23.4% ▲ 134% above avg |
| College Grads | 67.2% ▲ 73% above avg |
| Unemployment | 9.2% ▲ 88% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 258 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,339 (12.5%) |
| Some College | 1,981 (7.4%) |
| Associates | 3,189 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,727 (6.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 16,227 (60.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,105 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 38% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $305,200 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,444/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 24,997 |
| Vacant Units | 2,567 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.88 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 24,997 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,567 |
| Owner Occupied | 31.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 68.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.88 |
ZIP code 60615 is located in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 42,752, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.1 years. Economically, 60615 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,105 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60615 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $305,200 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,444 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 68.1% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 60615 is majority Black (55.64%). Residents are highly educated — 67.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.4%. Household income has grown by 38% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60615 stands at 9.2%, which is significantly above the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 35%.
Overall, ZIP code 60615 in Chicago, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 42,752 residents, a median household income of $62,105, and a median home value of $305,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.