Zip Code 60626
IL · Population: 50,135
About Zip Code 60626
Zip code 60626 is located in Illinois and is home to approximately 50,135 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 40/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.
Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.
Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $268,500 and median rent of $1,202/month against a median income of $56,145. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.
The community is highly educated — 53% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of ~33%.
Unemployment stands at 5.7%, which is near the national average.
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
Score Breakdown
| Dimension | Score | Grade | Interpretation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | 68 | B | Lower crime = higher score |
| Affordability | 21 | F | Lower cost relative to income = higher |
| Quality of Life | 36 | D | Education, commute, ownership |
| Jobs & Economy | 33 | D | Lower unemployment = higher |
| Overall | 40 | C | Weighted 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).