| ZIP Code | 60973 |
|---|---|
| City | Wellington |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Iroquois County |
| Area Code | 217/447/779/815 |
| Elevation | 705 ft |
| Latitude | 40.53654 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.662626 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 28.1 yrs ↓ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.21 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 23.1% ▼ 40% below avg |
| Unemployment | 12.2% ▲ 149% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (1.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 91 (45.7%) |
| Some College | 19 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 40 (20.1%) |
| Bachelors | 29 (14.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17 (8.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,750 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $75,800 ▼ 73% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $937/mo ↑ 37% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 135 |
| Vacant Units | 16 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.21 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 135 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 16 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.21 |
ZIP code 60973 is located in Wellington, Illinois, within Iroquois County. With a population of 382, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 28.1 years. Economically, 60973 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,750 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60973 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $75,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $937 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 60973 is primarily White (84.55%). Residents are less-educated — 23.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 59% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60973 stands at 12.2%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 60973 in Wellington, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 382 residents, a median household income of $63,750, and a median home value of $75,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.