Chicago — ZIP 60614

ZIP code 60614 in Chicago has a crime score of 45/100, which is above city averages — meaning reported incidents per 1,000 residents are elevated relative to most Chicago neighborhoods. This score is calculated from FBI Crime Data Explorer incident reports, normalized by population and weighted by crime severity. Prospective residents should review the Full Crime Report for 60614, check street-level crime mapping tools, and weigh this data alongside commute priorities, school needs, and affordability when making decisions. Crime scores are one input, not a complete picture of neighborhood livability.

ZIP code 60614 has a school score of 80/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 60614. Schools in this area perform significantly above state averages — proficiency rates consistently outpace both the city and national benchmarks. For families prioritizing public school quality, 60614 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Chicago. Scores reflect SY 2020-21 EdFacts assessment data; individual school performance may vary, and reviewing each school's most recent state report card is recommended.

The typical home value in 60614 is approximately $835K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. ZHVI reflects the 35th–65th percentile price range, not a simple median. This places 60614 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 60614 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

ZIP code 60614 has an overall NeighborScore of 61/100, placing it in the moderate range for Chicago. The score combines crime rate (53% weight) and school quality (47%), each normalized to the metro area; relative property value is shown as context, not part of the overall. At 61/100, 60614 scores similarly to the middle tier of Chicago neighborhoods — neither among the strongest nor the weakest performers. Individual priorities (commute, school age, budget) should guide how much weight you give this composite vs. the component scores.