ZIP Code 60050, Illinois
ZIP Code 60050 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 60050 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lake County / McHenry County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,781. The land area covers 26.43 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,781 | ±1,001 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs | ±2.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 13,188 | ±590 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 13,519 | ±592 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 13,188 | ±590 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 331 | ±150 |
| Median Home Value | $263,700 | ±$8,760 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,563 | ±$103 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $88,812 | ±$5,981 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,331 | ±$2,456 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% | ±1.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,739 | ±578 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 17,453 | ±908 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96% | ±6.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 718,604 (2024)
ID: 162144
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DEPUTY FINANCE DIRECTOR
18 N COUNTY ST, 9TH FL, WAUKEGAN IL 60085-4304
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hebron, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hebron, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hebron, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Algonquin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Algonquin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Fox River Grove, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Lake Villa, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Antioch, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Antioch, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Barrington, IL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Cosmetology & Spa Academy
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College Vocational | 5.6 mi away | 700 E. Terra Cotta, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014 |
8154555900
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MCHENRY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 809 FRONT STREET, MCHENRY, IL, 60050 |
(815) 385-0036
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McHenry County College
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College | 6.2 mi away | 8900 US Hwy 14, Crystal Lake, IL, 60012-2761 |
8154553700
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RIVER EAST PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.1 mi away | 813 WEST IL ROUTE 120, MCHENRY, IL, 60051 |
(815) 385-6303
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First Institute of Travel, Inc.
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College Vocational | 8.0 mi away | 790 McHenry Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL, 60014 |
8154593500
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JOHNSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 4.6 mi away | 3000 NORTH JOHNSBURG ROAD, JOHNSBURG, IL, 60051 |
(815) 344-0077
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College of Lake County
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College | 14.5 mi away | 19351 W Washington St., Grayslake, IL, 60030-1198 |
8475432000
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CRYSTAL LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.4 mi away | 126 PADDOCK STREET, CRYSTAL LAKE, IL, 60014 |
(815) 459-1687
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University of Saint Mary of the Lake
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College | 15.4 mi away | 1000 E Maple Ave, Mundelein, IL, 60060-1174 |
8475666401
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FOX LAKE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 255 EAST GRAND AVENUE, FOX LAKE, IL, 60020 |
(847) 587-0198
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at MC HENRY -WG STRATTON L&D, IL US, located 2.5 miles from ZCTA5 60050. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 30.6° | 12.9° | 21.7° | 1.65" | 11.0" |
| February | 34.6° | 16.2° | 25.4° | 1.56" | 8.9" |
| March | 46.0° | 25.9° | 35.9° | 2.21" | 3.9" |
| April | 58.8° | 36.6° | 47.7° | 3.63" | 1.0" |
| May | 70.4° | 47.2° | 58.8° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.2° | 57.0° | 68.6° | 4.81" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.2° | 61.5° | 72.8° | 3.80" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.3° | 59.7° | 71.0° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.7° | 51.4° | 63.6° | 3.61" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.0° | 39.6° | 51.3° | 3.21" | 0.1" |
| November | 48.1° | 29.4° | 38.7° | 2.38" | 1.4" |
| December | 35.9° | 19.3° | 27.6° | 1.94" | 8.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| McHenry city | City | 0.5 mi | — |
| McCullom Lake village | Village | 2.6 mi | — |
| Bull Valley village | Village | 3.5 mi | — |
| Holiday Hills village | Village | 4.0 mi | — |
| Prairie Grove village | Village | 4.0 mi | — |
| Wonder Lake village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 60050. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.