ZIP Code 60556, Illinois
ZIP Code 60556 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 60556 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in DeKalb County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,138. The land area covers 52.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,138 | ±304 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30 yrs | ±4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 719 | ±89 | 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 | 742 | ±89 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 719 | ±89 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 23 | ±23 |
| Median Home Value | $234,800 | ±$27,405 |
| Median Gross Rent | $885 | ±$326 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $100,186 | ±$10,429 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,261 | ±$4,217 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.8% | ±2.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 102 | ±56 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,075 | ±201 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 96.8% | ±2.5% |
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: 101,335 (2024)
ID: 124840
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
200 N MAIN ST, SYCAMORE IL 60178-1431
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 12 | Dekalb, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Plano, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | DeKalb, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Cortland, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Creston, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Dekalb, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Dekalb, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Earlville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Earlville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Plano, 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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Debutantes School of Cosmetology and Nail Technology
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College Vocational | 11.6 mi away | 145 N. 3rd Street, Dekalb, IL, 60115-3301 |
8157584045
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CLINTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.5 mi away | 110 SOUTH ELM STREET, WATERMAN, IL, 60556 |
(815) 264-3339
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Northern Illinois University
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College | 11.8 mi away | 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy., Dekalb, IL, 60115-2828 |
8008923050
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FLEWELLIN MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 5.3 mi away | 108 WEST COMANCHE, SHABBONA, IL, 60550 |
(815) 824-2079
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Kishwaukee College
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College | 13.4 mi away | 21193 Malta Rd, Malta, IL, 60150-9699 |
8158252086
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HINCKLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 100 NORTH MAPLE STREET, HINCKLEY, IL, 60520 |
(815) 286-3220
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Hair Professionals Career College
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College Vocational | 14.0 mi away | 2245 Gateway Drive, Sycamore, IL, 60178 |
8157563596
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SOMONAUK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 700 EAST LASALLE STREET, SOMONAUK, IL, 60552 |
(815) 498-2440
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Waubonsee Community College
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College | 16.2 mi away | Rte 47 at Waubonsee Drive, Sugar Grove, IL, 60554-9454 |
6304667900
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SANDWICH PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 925 SOUTH MAIN STREET, SANDWICH, IL, 60548 |
(815) 786-8308
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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 SHABBONA 5 NNE, IL US, located 6.9 miles from ZCTA5 60556. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 28.3° | 13.4° | 20.9° | 1.67" | — |
| February | 32.4° | 17.0° | 24.7° | 1.92" | — |
| March | 45.5° | 27.0° | 36.3° | 2.48" | — |
| April | 59.0° | 36.5° | 47.7° | 3.62" | — |
| May | 70.4° | 47.9° | 59.1° | 4.59" | — |
| June | 79.5° | 57.8° | 68.7° | 4.54" | — |
| July | 81.5° | 60.5° | 71.0° | 3.77" | — |
| August | 79.5° | 58.1° | 68.8° | 4.08" | — |
| September | 74.4° | 50.3° | 62.3° | 3.42" | — |
| October | 61.8° | 39.0° | 50.4° | 2.98" | — |
| November | 46.3° | 28.6° | 37.4° | 2.29" | — |
| December | 33.4° | 19.0° | 26.2° | 2.05" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waterman village | Village | 0.5 mi | — |
| Shabbona village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Hinckley village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
| Lee village | Village | 9.1 mi | — |
| Somonauk village | Village | 9.9 mi | — |
| Leland village | Village | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 60556. • 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.