| ZIP Code | 60636 |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 312/464/708/773/872 |
| Elevation | 599 ft |
| Latitude | 41.775789 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.669071 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.2 yrs ↓ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 31.5% ▲ 215% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.4% ▼ 50% below avg |
| Unemployment | 18.8% ▲ 284% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 545 (3.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,622 (43.6%) |
| Some College | 2,543 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 3,398 (19.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,327 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,062 (11.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $35,077 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,600 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,135/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,363 |
| Vacant Units | 2,919 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,363 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,919 |
| Owner Occupied | 50.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 49.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
ZIP code 60636 is located in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 31,007, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.2 years. Economically, 60636 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $35,077 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60636 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $150,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,135 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (50.9%) and renters (49.1%). Median home values have increased by 57% since 2019.
The population of 60636 is primarily Black (74.68%). Residents are less-educated — 19.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 31.5%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60636 stands at 18.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 57%.
Overall, ZIP code 60636 in Chicago, IL is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 31,007 residents, a median household income of $35,077, and a median home value of $150,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.