ZIP Code 60070 in Prospect Heights, IL

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Prospect Heights, Illinois
City Alias:Prospect Hts
County:Cook County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:02:30 AM
Population:15,840 [See All]
Area Codes:312 / 464 / 630 / 708 / 847
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:42.1034, -87.9299
Land Area:3.976 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 60070 has 15,840 residents and 6,233 households (average 2.52 persons per household). The median age is 40.8 years, slightly older than the state (38.8) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.3% male and 50.7% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.0%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (61.0%, about the same as the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (29.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 29.4%, which is much higher than the state average (18.2%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:15,840Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:15,496Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:16,362Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:3,983.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$84,775Source: Census ACS
Households:6,233Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$343,000Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.52Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.94Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--15,93915,91515,93716,03316,14716,19516,18516,04915,90815,72915,87515,72115,54915,496
Decennial Census16,001------------------15,840--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 40.8

Male Median Age: 39.2

Female Median Age: 42.4

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male480462488476429478609576524460462519539454338238119151
Female428424477473401502516498548473466561590505411266223276
Total9088869659498309801,1251,0741,0729339281,0801,129959749504342427
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:9,66051.69%
Black:2381.27%
Hispanic:*4,65624.91%
Asian:1,6498.82%
American Indian:2141.15%
Hawaiian:20.01%
Other:2,27012.15%
Total:18,689100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:7,80249.26%39.2 years
Females:8,03850.74%42.4 years
Total:15,840100%40.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:9,01558.18%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1400.90%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:3,08419.90%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:3,25740.92%
Total Population:15,496100%
Total Native Population:9,15559.08%
Total Foreign-born Population:6,34140.92%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2024, the Median household income is $84,775, which is well above the national median ($80,734), is up $24,996 (41.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,596. Family households earn a median of $109,918 versus $44,596 for nonfamily households (a difference of $65,322). By gender, male median income is $73,562 and female is $55,555, which is on par with the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $18,007 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 70.6%, which is far greater than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 3.5%, which is below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (38.8%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$59,779$61,165$61,188$61,756$61,388$63,200$60,970$66,379$72,179$67,275$77,598$84,054$91,210$84,775
Median Family Income$62,723$64,569$64,367$65,449$67,367$73,032$68,417$79,332$78,394$83,531$88,304$96,760$105,016$109,918
Median NonFamily Income$39,647$42,179$45,742$47,676$51,389$46,112$46,067$47,547$48,656$42,156$46,196$46,800$48,085$44,596
Median Male Income$36,468$38,977$38,146$40,196$41,529$42,313$43,547$51,062$52,188$65,000$68,084$69,492$70,584$73,562
Median Female Income$35,962$33,503$32,591$36,144$40,455$40,657$43,438$42,338$35,236$40,309$39,869$47,111$55,557$55,555
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:8,99268.11%
Unemployed:3282.48%
Not In Labor Force:3,88229.40%
Total:13,202100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:3,48938.80%
Service:1,35615.08%
Sales and Office:1,91721.32%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:8389.32%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,39215.48%
Total Civilian Employed Population:8,992100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $343,000, which is edges past the national median ($332,700), is up $61,100 (21.67%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $61,000. The median gross rent is $1,475, which is a touch higher than the national median ($1,413), is up $510 (52.85%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $376. Of occupied housing, owners make up 66.51% (46.60% with a mortgage, 53.40% free-and-clear) and renters 33.49% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 3.44%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$281,900$280,800$269,700$252,600$250,800$261,300$262,700$263,200$282,000$298,700$307,000$332,800$343,100$343,000
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:50.23%
$500 to $999:1677.52%
$1,000 to $1,499:91641.26%
$1,500 to $1,999:85438.47%
$2,000 to $2,499:1135.09%
$2,500 to $2,999:70.32%
$3,000 or more:482.16%
No Rent:1104.95%
Total:2,220100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$965$1,022$948$953$976$985$982$1,054$1,099$1,137$1,246$1,313$1,391$1,475
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,05430.99%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):2,35435.52%
Renter Occupied:2,22033.49%
Total Occupied Housing Units:6,628100%

Occupied Housing Units:6,62896.56%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2363.44%
Total Housing Units:6,864100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:3,25447.41%
Multi-Family Units:3,61052.59%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:6,864100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 41.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far higher than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 82.80%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 18.40%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 4.90%, which is falls below the national rate (8.80%), down 3.80 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.70 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (35.69%). College enrollment is 29.88%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:1,70514.30%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3422.87%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):2,09517.58%
Some college, no degree:1,99216.71%
Associate's degree:9007.55%
Bachelor's degree:3,36228.20%
Graduate or professional degree:1,52412.79%
Total:11,920100%
High school or higher:9,87382.83%
Bachelor's degree or higher:4,88640.99%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:10,00157.55%
Public Insurance:4,54126.13%
No Insurance:2,83516.31%
Total:17,377100%
Has Health Insurance:14,54283.69%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty6.7%6.7%7.1%8.4%8.2%7.6%8.2%9.0%7.6%6.6%4.8%4.8%2.9%4.9%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:2127.79%
Kindergarten:2047.50%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):97135.69%
High school (grades 9-12):52119.15%
College or graduate school:81329.88%
Total:2,721100%
Early Childhood:41615.29%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,69662.33%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 60070 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 412 business establishments, employing about 1,603 people with an annual payroll of $73,689,000. USPS data shows 6,493 residential mailboxes and 214 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:6,493Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:214Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:7,343Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:2,880Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:2,850Source: USPS
# of Businesses:412Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$16,587,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$73,689,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:1,603Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 60070 is located in Cook County, Illinois, within the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 16980) and Illinois's 9th and 10th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 9,461,105 people, about 0.17% of whom live in ZIP Code 60070, and is subdivided into the Chicago-Naperville-Schaumburg, IL division. It covers 3.976 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.03 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-INSource: Census
CBSA Number:16980Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:Chicago-Naperville-Schaumburg, IL (CBSA Div 16984)Source: Census
CBSA Population:9,461,105Source: Census
MSA:Chicago-Gary-Kenosha, IL-IN-WI CMSASource: Census
Land Area:3.976 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.03 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:09,10Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:105.35, 299.78 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Chicago, IL PMSASource: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1762016Source: Census
Place Name:Prospect Heights city; IllinoisSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


60071 | | 60069

Schools in ZIP Code 60070


ZIP Code 60070 is in the Prospect Heights School District 23, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 8th. There are 6 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Macarthur Ms-D/Hh Ms Program 700 N Schoenbeck Rd
Prospect Heights, IL 60070
Hersey Hs-D/Hh Hs Program 700 N Schoenbeck Rd
Prospect Hts, IL 60070
Anne Sullivan Elem School 700 N Schoenbeck Rd
Prospect Heights, IL 60070
District: Prospect Heights School District 23
Dwight D Eisenhower Elem School 700 N Schoenbeck Rd
Prospect Heights, IL 60070
District: Prospect Heights School District 23
Betsy Ross Elem School 700 N Schoenbeck Rd
Prospect Heights, IL 60070
District: Prospect Heights School District 23
Macarthur Middle School 700 N Schoenbeck Rd
Prospect Heights, IL 60070
District: Prospect Heights School District 23
Alexander Graham Bell Montessori School 9300 Capitol Dr
Wheeling, IL 60090
District: Private SchoolNearby
Flower Garden Daycare Center 2420 E Rand Rd
Arlington Heights, IL 60004
District: Private SchoolNearby
Poko Loko Child Care Center 404 S Elmhurst Rd
Wheeling, IL 60090
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 60070


Chicago Professional Center 16 Piper Ln. Suite 127
Prospect Heights, IL 60090
Type: Post Secondary
Worsham College Of Mortuary Science 495 Northgate Pkwy
Wheeling, IL 60090-2646
Type: Post Secondary
Oakton College 1600 E Golf Rd.
Des Plaines, IL 60016-1268
Type: Post Secondary
Rosel School Of Cosmetology 307 Golf Mill Center
Niles, IL 60714
Type: Post Secondary
Trinity International University-Illinois 2065 Half Day Rd
Deerfield, IL 60015-1283
Type: Post Secondary
Americare Technical School 505 Busse Highway
Park Ridge, IL 60068-3143
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on February 1, 2026.

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