Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.59 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.0% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 18% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 242 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 11,751 (34%) |
| Some College | 4,295 (12.4%) |
| Associates | 6,239 (18.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,777 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,248 (23.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $90,559 ▲ 19% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $258,087 ≈ Avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,239/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,521 |
| Vacant Units | 764 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Grundy County is located in Illinois and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 53,533 residents. With a median age of 39.07, it is a middle-aged county.
Grundy County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $90,558 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.0%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 5.9% is well below the national average.
Housing in Grundy County is a mid-range housing market, with a median home value of $258,087 — near the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,239. Homeownership rates are high at 77.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Grundy County are primarily White (84.15%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 35.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Grundy County, IL is a middle-income area in Illinois. The 9 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60407 | Braceville | 1,723 | $81,750 | $178,200 | $1,446 | 5.4% | 15.8% |
| 60416 | Coal City | 9,277 | $71,865 | $222,900 | $1,074 | 4.2% | 31.4% |
| 60424 | Gardner | 2,170 | $81,000 | $191,600 | $1,041 | 9.2% | 30.0% |
| 60437 | Kinsman | 103 | $75,625 | $168,800 | — | 4.6% | 32.9% |
| 60444 | Mazon | 1,986 | $88,750 | $219,800 | $937 | 3.3% | 28.7% |
| 60447 | Minooka | 16,099 | $115,039 | $295,400 | $1,525 | 4.0% | 42.2% |
| 60450 | Morris | 20,918 | $81,716 | $266,600 | $1,122 | 3.3% | 34.1% |
| 60474 | South Wilmington | 628 | $86,250 | $166,200 | $1,458 | 5.3% | 21.9% |
| 60479 | Verona | 629 | $103,333 | $214,400 | $1,115 | 5.1% | 33.8% |