Zip Code 60659

IL · Population: 42,621

C
41/100
68
B
Safety
30
D
Affordability
36
D
Quality of Life
31
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 60659

Zip code 60659 is located in Illinois and is home to approximately 42,621 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 41/100), 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 $356,200 and median rent of $1,331/month against a median income of $64,202. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

About 38.7% of adults have a college degree, roughly in line with national averages.

Unemployment stands at 5.9%, 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
$64,202
Home Value
$356,200
Rent
$1,331/mo
Median Age
36
College Educated
38.7%
Unemployment
5.9%
Owner-Occupied
45.5%
Rent Burden
24.9% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety68BLower crime = higher score
Affordability30DLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life36DEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy31DLower unemployment = higher
Overall41CWeighted 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).