| ZIP Code | 60653 |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 312/773 |
| Elevation | 599 ft |
| Latitude | 41.819965 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.605965 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.1 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.03 |
| Below Poverty | 29.2% ▲ 192% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.6% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 16.2% ▲ 231% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 268 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,770 (22.4%) |
| Some College | 2,179 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 4,341 (20.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,304 (6.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,395 (39.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $39,565 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $347,800 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 8.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $856/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,279 |
| Vacant Units | 1,446 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,279 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,446 |
| Owner Occupied | 30.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 69.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.03 |
ZIP code 60653 is located in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 34,608, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.1 years. Economically, 60653 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $39,565 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60653 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $347,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $856 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 69.1% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 60653 is primarily Black (81.10%). Residents are well-educated — 45.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 29.2%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60653 stands at 16.2%, which is more than double the national average. About 20% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 45%.
Overall, ZIP code 60653 in Chicago, IL is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 34,608 residents, a median household income of $39,565, and a median home value of $347,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.