| ZIP Code | 60659 |
|---|---|
| City | Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 773/872 |
| Elevation | 590 ft |
| Latitude | 41.989578 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.706572 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.9 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.06 |
| Below Poverty | 16.7% ▲ 67% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.3% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 42% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,242 (5.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,731 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 2,139 (9%) |
| Associates | 2,936 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,318 (5.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10,382 (43.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,033 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 34% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $358,800 ▲ 29% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 5.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,391/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,748 |
| Vacant Units | 1,136 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.06 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,748 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,136 |
| Owner Occupied | 45.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 54.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.06 |
ZIP code 60659 is located in Chicago, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 42,008, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.9 years. Economically, 60659 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,033 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60659 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $358,800 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,391 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (45.5%) and renters (54.6%). Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 60659 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 35.3%. Residents are well-educated — 49.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.7%. Household income has grown by 34% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60659 stands at 7.0%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 60659 in Chicago, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 42,008 residents, a median household income of $70,033, and a median home value of $358,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.