| ZIP Code | 60706 |
|---|---|
| City | Harwood Heights |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/464/708/773/872 |
| Elevation | 649 ft |
| Latitude | 41.963885 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.816788 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.2% ▲ 27% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 374 (2.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,233 (32.2%) |
| Some College | 1,677 (10.3%) |
| Associates | 2,388 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,434 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,163 (31.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,000 ▲ 11% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $347,600 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,242/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,720 |
| Vacant Units | 428 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,720 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 428 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 60706 is located in Harwood Heights, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 24,028, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45 years. Economically, 60706 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60706 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $347,600 is above the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,242 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 60706 is primarily White (72.87%). Residents are well-educated — 40.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60706 stands at 6.2%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 60706 in Harwood Heights, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,028 residents, a median household income of $85,000, and a median home value of $347,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.