| ZIP Code | 60071 |
|---|---|
| City | Richmond |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | McHenry County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 801 ft |
| Latitude | 42.46845 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.315807 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17111 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.5 yrs ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.05 |
| Below Poverty | 6.6% ▼ 34% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 45% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 756 (26.6%) |
| Some College | 518 (18.2%) |
| Associates | 489 (17.2%) |
| Bachelors | 278 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 797 (28%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,593 ≈ Avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $289,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,189/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,161 |
| Vacant Units | 251 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,161 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 251 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
ZIP code 60071 is located in Richmond, Illinois, within McHenry County. With a population of 3,946, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.5 years. Economically, 60071 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,593 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60071 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $289,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,189 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 60071 is primarily White (90.07%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.6%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60071 stands at 7.1%, which is above the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 60071 in Richmond, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,946 residents, a median household income of $77,593, and a median home value of $289,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.