NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 61282

IL · Population: 8,234

B
65/100
77
B+
Safety
74
B+
Affordability
60
B
Quality of Life
49
C
Jobs
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About Zip Code 61282

Zip code 61282 is located in Illinois and is home to approximately 8,234 residents. It receives an overall grade of B (score: 65/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $67,865 and home values around $130,800, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 19% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

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
$67,865
Home Value
$130,800
Rent
$932/mo
Median Age
45
College Educated
19%
Unemployment
6.7%
Owner-Occupied
57.5%
Rent Burden
16.5% of income

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety77B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability74B+Lower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life60BEducation, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy49CLower unemployment = higher
Overall65BWeighted 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).