| ZIP Code | 60657 |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 312/773/872 |
| Elevation | 600 ft |
| Latitude | 41.939411 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.650704 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.79 |
| Below Poverty | 7.4% ▼ 26% below avg |
| College Grads | 88.9% ▲ 129% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 250 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,905 (3.6%) |
| Some College | 1,181 (2.3%) |
| Associates | 2,468 (4.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,160 (2.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 45,228 (86.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $109,025 ▲ 43% above avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $534,500 ▲ 92% above avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,839/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 42,246 |
| Vacant Units | 2,610 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.79 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 42,246 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,610 |
| Owner Occupied | 38.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 62.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.79 |
ZIP code 60657 is located in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 71,268, this is a densely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.3 years. Economically, 60657 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $109,025 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60657 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $534,500 is significantly above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,839 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 62.1% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 60657 is primarily White (76.54%). Residents are highly educated — 88.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is more than double the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.4%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60657 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 34% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 22%.
Overall, ZIP code 60657 in Chicago, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, and a relatively young community. With 71,268 residents, a median household income of $109,025, and a median home value of $534,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.