Zip Code 60639

IL · Population: 85,248

D
34/100
68
B
Safety
20
F
Affordability
17
F
Quality of Life
30
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 60639

Zip code 60639 is located in Illinois and is home to approximately 85,248 residents. It receives an overall grade of D (score: 34/100), 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 $279,400 and median rent of $1,162/month against a median income of $54,969. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 15.4% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 6%, 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

Median Income
$54,969
Home Value
$279,400
Rent
$1,162/mo
Median Age
35
College Educated
15.4%
Unemployment
6%
Owner-Occupied
47.5%
Rent Burden
25.4% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety68BLower crime = higher score
Affordability20FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life17FEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy30DLower unemployment = higher
Overall34DWeighted 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).