ZIP Code 60626, Illinois
ZIP Code 60626 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 60626 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cook County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 49,662. The land area covers 1.72 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 49,662 | ±2,276 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs | ±1.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 24,345 | ±844 | 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 | 26,946 | ±844 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 24,345 | ±844 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,601 | ±529 |
| Median Home Value | $280,600 | ±$29,605 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,331 | ±$44 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,713 | ±$4,814 |
| Per Capita Income | $40,306 | ±$2,555 |
| Poverty Rate | 18.1% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 8,371 | ±1,080 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.7% | ±1.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 28,987 | ±1,562 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90% | ±1.4% |
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 | PK-05 | Riverside, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Bensenville, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Bensenville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Chicago, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Chicago, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cicero, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Oak Park, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Chicago, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Chicago, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Chicago, 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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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Chicago NE
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College Vocational | 0.7 mi away | 6458 North Sheridan Road, Chicago, IL, 60626-5232 |
6305283330
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ROGERS PARK BRANCH
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Library | 0.4 mi away | 6907 NORTH CLARK STREET, CHICAGO, IL, 60626 |
(312) 744-0156
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Loyola University Chicago
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College | 0.8 mi away | 1032 W. Sheridan Rd, Chicago, IL, 60660 |
7732743000
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NORTHTOWN BRANCH
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 6800 NORTH WESTERN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL, 60645 |
(312) 744-2292
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Institute for Clinical Social Work
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College | 2.5 mi away | 1345 W Argyle Street, Chicago, IL, 60640-1229 |
7739436500
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EDGEWATER BRANCH
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 1210 WEST ELMDALE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL, 60660 |
(312) 744-0718
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St. Augustine College
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College | 2.5 mi away | 1345 W. Argyle St., Chicago, IL, 60640-3501 |
7738788756
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BUDLONG WOODS BRANCH
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Library | 2.3 mi away | 5630 NORTH LINCOLN AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL, 60659 |
(312) 742-9590
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Zen Shiatsu Chicago
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College Vocational | 2.6 mi away | 818 Lake Street, Evanston, IL, 60201-4317 |
8478641130
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ROBERT CROWN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 1801 MAIN STREET, EVANSTON, IL, 60201 |
(847) 448-8101
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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 BOTANIC GARDEN, IL US, located 10.9 miles from ZCTA5 60626. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.3° | 16.3° | 24.3° | 2.10" | 11.3" |
| February | 36.0° | 19.1° | 27.5° | 1.98" | 7.7" |
| March | 45.8° | 28.2° | 37.0° | 2.26" | 5.6" |
| April | 56.8° | 37.6° | 47.2° | 4.00" | 1.1" |
| May | 68.2° | 47.6° | 57.9° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| June | 78.4° | 57.3° | 67.9° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.5° | 63.4° | 73.4° | 3.74" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.0° | 62.3° | 72.2° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.2° | 54.7° | 64.9° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.8° | 42.7° | 52.7° | 3.59" | 0.1" |
| November | 49.0° | 32.5° | 40.8° | 2.63" | 1.9" |
| December | 37.5° | 22.3° | 29.9° | 2.34" | 5.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Evanston city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| Lincolnwood village | Village | 3.4 mi | — |
| Skokie village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
| Wilmette village | Village | 5.7 mi | — |
| Kenilworth village | Village | 6.0 mi | — |
| Morton Grove village | Village | 6.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 60626. • 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.