60085 ZIP Code
Waukegan, Illinois
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 60085 |
| City/Town: | Waukegan |
| County: | Lake |
| State: | Illinois |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 71,465 |
| Median Household Income: | $58,843 |
| Per Capita Income: | $33,153 |
| Total Housing Units: | 26,106 |
| Median Home Value: | $150,700 |
| Land Area: | 14.8 sq miles
38.4 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.5 sq miles
4.0 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 42.3549, -87.8608 |
Population Information (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 71,465 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 36,157 | 50.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 35,308 | 49.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 33.7 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 4,224 | 5.9% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 4,751 | 6.6% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 5,305 | 7.4% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 5,963 | 8.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 6,240 | 8.7% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 10,488 | 14.7% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 9,914 | 13.9% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 9,030 | 12.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 4,600 | 6.4% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 3,280 | 4.6% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 4,828 | 6.8% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 1,963 | 2.7% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 879 | 1.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $150,700 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 4.8 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $1,095 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 26,106 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 24,590 | 94.2% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,516 | 5.8% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 10,859 | 44.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 13,731 | 55.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 44,982 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 6,262 | 13.9% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 4,884 | 10.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 14,832 | 33.0% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 8,249 | 18.3% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,549 | 5.7% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 5,672 | 12.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2,534 | 5.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 75.2% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 18.2% | 34.3% |
Income Information (60085 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $58,843 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $73,789 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $69,614 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $33,153 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 37,373 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 34,780 | 93.5% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 2,408 | 6.5% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 18,461 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 29,344 | 84.4% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 4,084 | 11.7% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 1,200 | 3.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 152 | 0.4% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 23,704 | 33.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 11,897 | 16.6% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 893 | 1.2% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 4,514 | 6.3% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 24 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 16,847 | 23.6% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 13,586 | 19.0% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 28,625 | 40.1% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 42,545 | 59.5% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 35,972 | 50.3% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 1,958 | 2.7% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 98 | 0.1% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 4,517 | 6.3% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (60085 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 1,252 | 5.1% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 955 | 3.9% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 2,502 | 10.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 2,602 | 10.6% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 3,353 | 13.6% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 4,554 | 18.5% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 3,714 | 15.1% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 3,408 | 13.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,069 | 4.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 1,181 | 4.8% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (60085 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 23,633 | 67.9% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 6,197 | 17.8% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 880 | 2.5% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 276 | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 1,004 | 2.9% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 1,683 | 4.8% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 26.2 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (60085 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 70 | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 1,728 | 5.0% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 6,505 | 18.7% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 955 | 2.7% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 4,216 | 12.1% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 2,514 | 7.2% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 249 | 0.7% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,595 | 4.6% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 4,637 | 13.3% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 6,251 | 18.0% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 3,538 | 10.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 1,237 | 3.6% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 1,285 | 3.7% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 16.6% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 58,015 | 81.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 36,130 | 50.6% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 28,962 | 40.5% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 11,923 | 16.7% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (60085 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 20,717 | 84.2% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 6,308 | 25.7% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 4,118 | 16.7% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 1,367 | 5.6% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 753 | 3.1% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 5,027 | 20.4% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (60085 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 11,321 | 43.4% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 1,448 | 5.5% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 2,547 | 9.8% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 1,522 | 5.8% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 1,924 | 7.4% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 2,118 | 8.1% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 3,603 | 13.8% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 1,606 | 6.2% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 17 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (60085 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 268 | 1.0% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 861 | 3.3% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 4,027 | 15.4% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 2,875 | 11.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 4,553 | 17.4% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 2,343 | 9.0% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 3,975 | 15.2% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,671 | 6.4% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 5,533 | 21.2% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (60085 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 830 | 3.2% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 4,745 | 18.2% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 9,376 | 35.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 7,873 | 30.2% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,654 | 10.2% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 628 | 2.4% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (60085 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 17,874 | 72.7% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 435 | 1.8% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 6,046 | 24.6% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 23 | 0.1% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 35 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 177 | 0.7% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (60085 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 2,704 | 11.0% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 8,683 | 35.3% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 7,507 | 30.5% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 5,696 | 23.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (60085 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 1,309 | 12.1% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,304 | 12.0% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,753 | 25.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 3,323 | 30.6% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,725 | 15.9% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 332 | 3.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 54 | 0.5% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 59 | 0.5% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (60085 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,465 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $666 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $1,095 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 3.08 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.63 | 2.38 |
Households (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 24,590 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 9,778 | 39.8% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 4,189 | 17.0% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 5,497 | 22.4% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 7,153 | 29.1% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 8,561 | 34.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 5,879 | 23.9% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.83 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.51 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (60085 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 29,507 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 14,180 | 48.1% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 11,794 | 40.0% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 698 | 2.4% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 2,450 | 8.3% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 11,299 | 38.3% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (60085 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 18,980 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 975 | 5.1% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 1,173 | 6.2% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 7,886 | 41.5% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 4,726 | 24.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 4,220 | 22.2% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 53,516 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 2,444 | 4.6% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 69,938 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 8,011 | 11.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 704 | 8.8% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 4,530 | 56.5% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,777 | 34.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (60085 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 60,511 | 84.7% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 10,376 | 14.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 6,730 | 64.9% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 3,034 | 29.2% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 1,051 | 10.1% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 612 | 5.9% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (60085 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 48,089 | 67.3% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 1,287 | 1.8% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 23,376 | 1816.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 23,376 | 1816.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 23,376 | 1816.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 416 | 32.3% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 540 | 42.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 18,550 | 1441.3% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 59 | 4.6% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (60085 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 67,241 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 27,804 | 41.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 39,437 | 58.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 34,568 | 51.4% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 1,596 | 2.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 2,948 | 4.4% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 325 | 0.5% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (60085 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 24,590 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 22,946 | 93.3% | 89.4% |
Waukegan, IL60085