ZIP Code 60643, Illinois
ZIP Code 60643 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 60643 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cook County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 45,942. The land area covers 7.36 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 45,942 | ±2,684 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.7 yrs | ±1.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 17,819 | ±708 | 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 | 19,422 | ±733 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 17,819 | ±708 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,603 | ±300 |
| Median Home Value | $249,300 | ±$15,432 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,410 | ±$144 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $80,852 | ±$5,373 |
| Per Capita Income | $43,917 | ±$2,859 |
| Poverty Rate | 15.6% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 7,016 | ±1,238 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.8% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 19,292 | ±1,383 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.1% | ±0.5% |
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 | 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-05 | Oak Park, 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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Larry's Barber College
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College Vocational | 1.1 mi away | 10456 S. Halsted Street, Chicago, IL, 60628-2322 |
7737792100
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WALKER BRANCH
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 11071 SOUTH HOYNE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL, 60643 |
(312) 747-1920
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Saint Xavier University
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College | 2.7 mi away | 3700 W 103rd St, Chicago, IL, 60655 |
7732983000
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BEVERLY BRANCH
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 1962 WEST 95TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL, 60643 |
(312) 747-9673
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Chicago State University
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College | 3.1 mi away | 9501 S. King Drive, Chicago, IL, 60628-1598 |
7739952000
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WOODSON REGIONAL LIBRARY
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Library | 1.8 mi away | 9525 SOUTH HALSTED STREET, CHICAGO, IL, 60628 |
(312) 747-6900
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City Colleges of Chicago-Olive-Harvey College
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College | 3.9 mi away | 10001 S Woodlawn Ave, Chicago, IL, 60628-1696 |
7732916100
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WEST PULLMAN BRANCH
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 830 WEST 119TH STREET, CHICAGO, IL, 60643 |
(312) 747-1425
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Cameo Beauty Academy
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College Vocational | 4.2 mi away | 9714 S Cicero Ave., Oak Lawn, IL, 60453 |
7086364660
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MOUNT GREENWOOD BRANCH
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 11010 SOUTH KEDZIE AVENUE, CHICAGO, IL, 60655 |
(312) 747-2805
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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 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 60643. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calumet Park village | Village | 2.4 mi | — |
| Evergreen Park village | Village | 2.4 mi | — |
| Merrionette Park village | Village | 2.4 mi | — |
| Blue Island city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Hometown city | City | 4.1 mi | — |
| Riverdale village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 60643. • 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.