| ZIP Code | 60064 |
|---|---|
| City | North Chicago |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Lake County |
| Area Code | 224/847 |
| Elevation | 696 ft |
| Latitude | 42.324058 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.86157 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17097 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 23.0% ▲ 130% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.0% ▲ 84% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 403 (5.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,071 (41.7%) |
| Some College | 811 (11%) |
| Associates | 1,195 (16.2%) |
| Bachelors | 572 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,316 (17.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $49,256 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,900 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,069/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,801 |
| Vacant Units | 624 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,801 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 624 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 60064 is located in North Chicago, Illinois, within Lake County. With a population of 15,047, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.6 years. Economically, 60064 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $49,256 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60064 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $139,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,069 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.2%) and renters (57.8%). Median home values have increased by 39% since 2019.
The population of 60064 is majority Hispanic (53.57%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.0%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60064 stands at 9.0%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 60064 in North Chicago, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, and a young community. With 15,047 residents, a median household income of $49,256, and a median home value of $139,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.