| ZIP Code | 60062 |
|---|---|
| City | Northbrook |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 224/312/464/630/708/ |
| Elevation | 662 ft |
| Latitude | 42.126279 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.845088 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 4.9% ▼ 51% below avg |
| College Grads | 75.8% ▲ 96% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 306 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,979 (10.3%) |
| Some College | 1,051 (3.6%) |
| Associates | 2,666 (9.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,423 (4.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 20,453 (70.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $142,759 ▲ 87% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $625,800 ▲ 124% above avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 4.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,921/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,892 |
| Vacant Units | 1,602 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,892 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,602 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 60062 is located in Northbrook, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 41,667, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.3 years. Economically, 60062 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $142,759 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60062 represents a premium housing market. The median home value of $625,800 is more than double the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,921 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 60062 is primarily White (70.31%). Residents are highly educated — 75.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.9%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60062 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. A notably high share of workers — 26% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 59%.
Overall, ZIP code 60062 in Northbrook, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 41,667 residents, a median household income of $142,759, and a median home value of $625,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.