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Zip Code 61239

IL · Population: 1,174

C
40/100
58
C+
Safety
22
F
Affordability
48
C
Quality of Life
34
D
Jobs
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About Zip Code 61239

Zip code 61239 is located in Illinois and is home to approximately 1,174 residents. It receives an overall grade of C (score: 40/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates in this area are roughly in line with national averages.

Housing costs are a challenge in this area, with home values at $95,900 and median rent of $971/month against a median income of $37,361. Many residents face a significant housing cost burden.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 5.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

The unemployment rate of 9.6% 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
$37,361
Home Value
$95,900
Rent
$971/mo
Median Age
34
College Educated
5.7%
Unemployment
9.6%
Owner-Occupied
38.5%
Rent Burden
31.2% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety58C+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability22FLower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life48CEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy34DLower unemployment = higher
Overall40CWeighted 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).