NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 60040

IL · Population: 5,227

B
68/100
94
A+
Safety
76
B+
Affordability
55
C+
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 60040

Zip code 60040 is located in Illinois and is home to approximately 5,227 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 68/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

This area has significantly lower crime rates than most of the country, making it one of the safer places to live.

With a median household income of $105,282 and home values around $502,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

About 39.6% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

The unemployment rate of 6.7% is above the national average, indicating a weaker local job market.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$105,282
Home Value
$502,800
Rent
$1,770/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
39.6%
Unemployment
6.7%
Owner-Occupied
50.3%
Rent Burden
20.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety94A+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability76B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life55C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall68BWeighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).