| ZIP Code | 60827 |
|---|---|
| City | Riverdale |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cook County |
| Area Code | 464/708/773/872 |
| Elevation | 600 ft |
| Latitude | 41.649434 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.633572 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 34.0% ▲ 240% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.8% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 18.8% ▲ 284% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 370 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,276 (31.1%) |
| Some College | 2,096 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 3,598 (26.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,274 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,141 (15.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $37,648 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,800 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,044/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,481 |
| Vacant Units | 2,109 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,481 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 2,109 |
| Owner Occupied | 41.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
ZIP code 60827 is located in Riverdale, Illinois, within Cook County. With a population of 24,887, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.9 years. Economically, 60827 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $37,648 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60827 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $123,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,044 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.3%) and renters (58.7%). Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 60827 is primarily Black (88.47%). Residents are less-educated — 24.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 34.0%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60827 stands at 18.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 63%.
Overall, ZIP code 60827 in Riverdale, IL is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 24,887 residents, a median household income of $37,648, and a median home value of $123,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.