| City: | Wasco, Illinois |
| County: | Kane County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:03:46 AM |
| Population: | 71 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 331 / 630 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 41.9384, -88.4045 |
| Land Area: | 0.493 sq mi |
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Wasco is a tiny rural community in Kane County, Illinois, covering just 0.33 square miles. With only 71 residents and 31 households, it's one of the smallest populated ZIP codes in the Chicago metro area. But the Wasco post office serves far more than its local population, maintaining 82 PO Boxes for just 31 households. That's an adoption rate of 2.65, meaning there are nearly three times as many boxes as local homes.
This is a PO Box Only Zone. There's no alternative mail delivery across Wasco's service area. The post office operates two rural carrier routes covering scattered homes and properties along IL Route 64, Old Lafox Road, and a handful of other rural roads. Street delivery isn't available, so residents and surrounding area users rely entirely on PO Boxes or rural route delivery.
Wasco is an older, stable community. The median age is 34.9 years, and all 31 housing units are owner-occupied with zero rental properties. There's no seasonal housing. Everyone here is a permanent resident. Census data shows 100% of residents were born in the United States, and the small population includes 56 White residents, 5 Asian residents, and small numbers of other groups. Just two residents are under 18, while five are 65 or older.
The village sits in a rural pocket west of the Chicago suburbs. Nearby municipalities include Southwest Elgin (5.1 miles away) and several Elgin neighborhoods. IL Route 64 runs through Wasco, providing the main transportation corridor. The area hosts 17 business establishments employing 127 people, a surprisingly high employment count for such a small residential population. This suggests Wasco functions as a local service point for surrounding properties and businesses beyond the village boundaries.
All mail to Wasco addresses uses the 60183 ZIP code. Most recipients use PO Box addresses, though rural route delivery is available for some properties along the carrier routes.
IL Route 64 dominates as the main corridor through Wasco, with Old Lafox Road and a few other rural roads making up the limited street network.
ZIP Code 60183 has 71 residents and 31 households (average 2.29 persons per household). The median age is 34.9 years, younger than the state (38.8) and younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 63.4% male and 36.6% female, which is much higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (78.9%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (7.0%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 7.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
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| 2020 Population: | 71Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 23Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 144.0 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $0Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 31Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.29Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.94Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 5 | 23 |
| Decennial Census | 0 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 71 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 34.9
Male Median Age: 38.8
Female Median Age: 31.7
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 2 | 5 | 5 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 7 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 3 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 8 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| Total | 5 | 6 | 7 | 5 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 8 | 2 | 4 | 1 | 13 | 0 | 5 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| White: | 56 | 80.00% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 5 | 7.14% |
| Asian: | 5 | 7.14% |
| American Indian: | 1 | 1.43% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 3 | 4.29% |
| Total: | 70 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 45 | 63.38% | 38.8 years |
| Females: | 26 | 36.62% | 31.7 years |
| Total: | 71 | 100% | 34.9 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 23 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 23 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 23 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 100.0%, which is much higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Service (60.9%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Family Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 23 | 100.00% |
| Unemployed: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 23 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Service: | 14 | 60.87% |
| Sales and Office: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 9 | 39.13% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 23 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 5 | 100.00% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 5 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 9 | 64.29% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Renter Occupied: | 5 | 35.71% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 14 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 14 | 100.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 14 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 14 | 100.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 14 | 100% |
In 2024, 0.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 60.90%, which is far lower than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 60.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (8.40%). Private coverage is 39.10%, which is falls below the national rate (67.10%). The share of people in poverty is -666,666,666.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Insufficient data for school enrollment.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 9 | 39.13% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 9 | 39.13% |
| Some college, no degree: | 5 | 21.74% |
| Associate's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 23 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 14 | 60.87% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Private Insurance: | 9 | 39.13% |
| Public Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| No Insurance: | 14 | 60.87% |
| Total: | 23 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 9 | 39.13% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 0 | 0% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 0 | 0% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 0 | 0% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 0 | 0% |
ZIP Code 60183 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 15 business establishments, employing about 129 people with an annual payroll of $6,795,000.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 611Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 15Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $1,551,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $6,795,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 129Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 60183 is located in Kane County, Illinois, within the Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 16980) and Illinois's 11st Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 9,461,105 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 60183, and is subdivided into the Elgin, IL division. It covers 0.493 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Chicago-Naperville-Elgin, IL-INSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 16980Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MetroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | Elgin, IL (CBSA Div 20994)Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 9,461,105Source: Census |
| MSA: | Chicago-Gary-Kenosha, IL-IN-WI CMSASource: Census |
| Land Area: | 0.493 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | --Source: Census |
| Congressional District: | 11Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 280.95 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Chicago, IL PMSASource: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
ZIP Code 60183 is in the St. Charles Community Unit School District 303, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 1 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.
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.