Question 1

Is 60624 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60624 in Chicago has a crime score of 95/100, which is below the city average — meaning this area has relatively fewer reported incidents per 1,000 residents than most comparable neighborhoods. Violent crime rates are well below the national baseline, and property crime is similarly low. For residents and prospective buyers, this score places 60624 among the safer ZIP codes in the Chicago metro area.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 60624?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60624 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 60624. 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, 60624 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.

Question 3

What is the average home price in 60624?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 60624 is approximately $216K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 60624 at a premium relative to the metro median, reflecting the neighborhood's above-average crime and school scores. Median rent in 60624 is available in the Full Market Report. Prices fluctuate with market conditions; Zillow data reflects trailing sale prices, not current listing prices.

Question 4

Is 60624 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60624 has an overall NeighborScore of 85/100 — one of the higher-scoring neighborhoods in the Chicago area. This composite score weights crime rate at 40%, school quality at 35%, and relative property value at 25%. Each dimension is normalized to the Chicago metro, so the score reflects how 60624 compares to its peers, not to an absolute standard. A score of 85 indicates that this ZIP code consistently outperforms most comparable neighborhoods on the factors most relevant to home buying and rental decisions.

Chicago — ZIP 60624

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Ericson Elem Scholastic Academy	PK–08	—	—	—
Faraday Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Gregory Math & Sci Elem Academy	PK–08	—	—	—
Hefferan Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Melody Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Marshall Metropolitan High School	09–12	—	—	—
Sumner Elem Math & Sci Comm Acad	PK–08	—	—	—
Tilton Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Webster Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Ward L Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Raby High School	09–12	—	—	—
Polaris Elem Charter Academy	KG–08	—	—	—
Frazier Perspectives Magnet ES	KG–08	—	—	—
Orr Academy High School	09–12	—	—	—
Westinghouse High School	09–12	—	—	—
Legal Prep Academy Charter HS	09–12	—	—	—
LEARN Chtr - Butler	KG–08	—	—	—
Noble St Chtr-DRW Trading Col	09–12	—	—	—
KIPP One Academy	KG–08	—	—	—