| ZIP Code | 60619 |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 312/773/872 |
| Elevation | 585 ft |
| Latitude | 41.743439 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.605318 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.13 |
| Below Poverty | 25.8% ▲ 158% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.9% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 17.4% ▲ 256% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 430 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,893 (25%) |
| Some College | 5,311 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 9,313 (23.6%) |
| Bachelors | 3,178 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,413 (28.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $43,403 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $213,000 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,054/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 33,547 |
| Vacant Units | 5,531 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 33,547 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 5,531 |
| Owner Occupied | 43.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 56.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.13 |
ZIP code 60619 is located in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 59,892, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 60619 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $43,403 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60619 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $213,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,054 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (43.3%) and renters (56.7%). Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 60619 is primarily Black (92.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 25.8%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60619 stands at 17.4%, which is more than double the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 49%.
Overall, ZIP code 60619 in Chicago, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a middle-aged community. With 59,892 residents, a median household income of $43,403, and a median home value of $213,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.