ZIP Code 60472, Illinois
ZIP Code 60472 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 60472 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cook County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,563. The land area covers 1.69 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,563 | ±261 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 33.6 yrs | ±6.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,585 | ±191 | 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 | 2,000 | ±228 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,585 | ±191 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 415 | ±136 |
| Median Home Value | $121,300 | ±$27,180 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,553 | ±$564 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $40,668 | ±$19,309 |
| Per Capita Income | $22,183 | ±$3,648 |
| Poverty Rate | 28.7% | ±9.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,277 | ±432 |
| Unemployment Rate | 17% | ±8.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,694 | ±337 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.6% | ±4.5% |
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: 5,182,617 (2024)
ID: 102545
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COMPTROLLER
118 N CLARK ST, ROOM 1127, CHICAGO IL 60602-1394
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Park Forest, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Palos Heights, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Riverside, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Burbank, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 03-08 | Blue Island, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | South Holland, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chicago, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cicero, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | East Chicago, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Hammond, IN |
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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John Amico School of Hair Design
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College Vocational | 2.5 mi away | 15301 South Cicero Avenue, Oak Forest, IL, 60452-2501 |
7083070446
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WILLIAM LEONARD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 13820 CENTRAL PARK AVENUE, ROBBINS, IL, 60472 |
(708) 597-2760
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Capri Beauty College
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College Vocational | 4.3 mi away | 15815 Rob Roy Dr, Oak Forest, IL, 60452 |
7086873020210
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BLUE ISLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 2433 YORK STREET, BLUE ISLAND, IL, 60406 |
(708) 388-1078
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Trinity Christian College
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College | 4.3 mi away | 6601 W College Dr, Palos Heights, IL, 60463-0929 |
7085973000
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MIDLOTHIAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 14701 SOUTH KENTON AVENUE, MIDLOTHIAN, IL, 60445 |
(708) 535-2027
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Saint Xavier University
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College | 4.4 mi away | 3700 W 103rd St, Chicago, IL, 60655 |
7732983000
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CRESTWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 4955 WEST 135TH STREET, CRESTWOOD, IL, 60418 |
(708) 371-4090
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South Suburban College
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College | 5.3 mi away | 15800 South State Street, South Holland, IL, 60473-1200 |
7085962000
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ALSIP-MERRIONETTE PARK LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 11960 SOUTH PULASKI ROAD, ALSIP, IL, 60803 |
(708) 371-5666
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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 CHICAGO MIDWAY AP 3SW, IL US, located 7.4 miles from ZCTA5 60472. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.8° | 19.5° | 26.2° | 2.30" | 12.5" |
| February | 36.8° | 22.9° | 29.9° | 2.12" | 10.1" |
| March | 47.9° | 32.0° | 39.9° | 2.66" | 5.7" |
| April | 60.0° | 41.7° | 50.9° | 4.15" | 1.0" |
| May | 71.5° | 52.4° | 61.9° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.2° | 62.7° | 71.9° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.2° | 68.1° | 76.7° | 4.02" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.1° | 66.9° | 75.0° | 4.10" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.5° | 59.2° | 67.8° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.7° | 46.8° | 55.3° | 3.86" | 0.1" |
| November | 49.6° | 35.2° | 42.4° | 2.73" | 1.5" |
| December | 37.7° | 25.3° | 31.5° | 2.33" | 7.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Robbins village | Village | 0.0 mi | — |
| Midlothian village | Village | 1.5 mi | — |
| Posen village | Village | 1.5 mi | — |
| Crestwood village | Village | 1.7 mi | — |
| Blue Island city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Dixmoor village | Village | 2.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 60472. • 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.