| ZIP Code | 60618 |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 773/872 |
| Elevation | 594 ft |
| Latitude | 41.947568 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.702647 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 64.0% ▲ 65% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,688 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,638 (17.6%) |
| Some College | 4,544 (7.5%) |
| Associates | 4,876 (8.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,261 (5.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35,419 (58.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $101,558 ▲ 33% above avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $538,300 ▲ 93% above avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,534/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 41,053 |
| Vacant Units | 3,308 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 41,053 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 3,308 |
| Owner Occupied | 48.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 51.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 60618 is located in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 91,896, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.7 years. Economically, 60618 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $101,558 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60618 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $538,300 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,534 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (48.6%) and renters (51.4%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 60618 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 48.2%. Residents are highly educated — 64.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60618 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. About 24% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 45%.
Overall, ZIP code 60618 in Chicago, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 91,896 residents, a median household income of $101,558, and a median home value of $538,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.