| ZIP Code | 60901 |
|---|---|
| City | Kankakee |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Kankakee County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 627 ft |
| Latitude | 41.109438 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.902817 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17091 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 21.2% ▲ 112% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 577 (2.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,624 (37.2%) |
| Some College | 3,044 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 3,854 (18.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,948 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,430 (16.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,557 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,200 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,020/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,357 |
| Vacant Units | 2,351 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,357 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,351 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 60901 is located in Kankakee, Illinois, within Kankakee County. With a population of 33,224, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 60901 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,557 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60901 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $143,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,020 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 60901 is racially diverse, with White as the largest group at 47.5%. Residents are moderately educated — 26.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.2%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60901 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 60901 in Kankakee, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,224 residents, a median household income of $54,557, and a median home value of $143,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.