Question 1

Is 60642 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60642 in Chicago has a crime score of 65/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Chicago city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 60642 and checking the local police department's crime mapping tool for current incident patterns before making decisions is recommended.

Question 2

What are the best schools near 60642?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60642 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 60642. 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, 60642 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 60642?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 60642 is approximately $562K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 60642 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 60642 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 60642 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60642 has an overall NeighborScore of 67/100, placing it in the moderate range for Chicago. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 67/100, 60642 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.

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Lozano Elem Bilingual & Intl Ctr	PK–08	—	—	—
Otis Elem School	PK–08	—	—	—
Ogden Int High School	09–12	—	—	—
Rowe Elementary	KG–08	—	—	—
Noble St Chtr-Golder College Prep	09–12	—	—	—
Noble St Chtr-Noble Campus	09–12	—	—	—
Noble St Chtr Rauner College Prep	09–12	—	—	—