ZIP Code 60638, Illinois
ZIP Code 60638 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 60638 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cook County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 57,074. The land area covers 11.06 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 57,074 | ±2,844 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 20,627 | ±770 | 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 | 21,517 | ±770 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 20,627 | ±770 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 890 | ±232 |
| Median Home Value | $299,100 | ±$8,585 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,348 | ±$120 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,070 | ±$7,414 |
| Per Capita Income | $39,284 | ±$2,302 |
| Poverty Rate | 6.4% | ±1.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,663 | ±709 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.6% | ±1.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 28,175 | ±1,805 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.7% | ±1.6% |
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 | 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 | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Bensenville, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Itasca, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Bensenville, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Roselle, 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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HVAC Technical Institute
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College Vocational | 2.7 mi away | 4532 South Kolin Avenue, Chicago, IL, 60632-4457 |
7739279562
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CLEARING BRANCH
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 6423 WEST 63RD PLACE, CHICAGO, IL, 60638 |
(312) 747-5657
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Morton College
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College | 2.9 mi away | 3801 S Central Ave, Cicero, IL, 60804-4398 |
7086568000
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GARFIELD RIDGE BRANCH
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Library | 0.9 mi away | 6348 SOUTH ARCHER AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL, 60638 |
(312) 747-6094
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City Colleges of Chicago-Richard J Daley College
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College | 3.0 mi away | 7500 S Pulaski Rd, Chicago, IL, 60652-1299 |
7738387500
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SUMMIT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 2.2 mi away | 6233 SOUTH ARCHER ROAD, SUMMIT, IL, 60501 |
(708) 458-1545
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Bridgeview
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College Vocational | 3.7 mi away | 7350 W 87th St, Bridgeview, IL, 60455 |
6305283330
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WEST LAWN BRANCH
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Library | 2.4 mi away | 4020 WEST 63RD STREET, CHICAGO, IL, 60629 |
(312) 747-7381
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Cannella School of Hair Design-Chicago
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College Vocational | 4.3 mi away | 4269 S Archer Ave, Chicago, IL, 60632-2549 |
7738900412
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BEDFORD PARK PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 7816 WEST 65TH PLACE, BEDFORD PARK, IL, 60501 |
(708) 458-6826
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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, IL US, located 1.0 miles from ZCTA5 60638. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.7° | 19.4° | 26.0° | 1.48" | — |
| February | 36.8° | 22.6° | 29.7° | 1.46" | — |
| March | 47.6° | 31.7° | 39.6° | 1.88" | — |
| April | 59.9° | 41.4° | 50.6° | 3.57" | — |
| May | 71.1° | 52.0° | 61.5° | 4.09" | — |
| June | 80.9° | 62.3° | 71.6° | 4.01" | — |
| July | 85.0° | 67.7° | 76.3° | 3.55" | — |
| August | 82.7° | 66.4° | 74.5° | 3.99" | — |
| September | 76.3° | 58.8° | 67.5° | 2.77" | — |
| October | 63.4° | 46.5° | 54.9° | 3.48" | — |
| November | 49.1° | 35.0° | 42.0° | 2.35" | — |
| December | 37.6° | 25.0° | 31.3° | 1.79" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bedford Park village | Village | 1.0 mi | — |
| Forest View village | Village | 1.8 mi | — |
| Summit village | Village | 2.3 mi | — |
| Stickney village | Village | 2.4 mi | — |
| Burbank city | City | 2.6 mi | — |
| Lyons village | Village | 3.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 60638. • 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.