Question 1

Is 60445 a safe area?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60445 in Midlothian has a crime score of 50/100, which is roughly average for the region. Reported incidents per 1,000 residents track close to the Midlothian city median. Both violent and property crime fall within the expected range for an urban ZIP code. Reviewing the Full Crime Report for 60445 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 60445?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60445 has a school score of 100/100, based on NCES EdFacts math and reading proficiency data for public schools in and near ZIP 60445. 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, 60445 ranks among the stronger ZIP codes in Midlothian. 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 60445?

Accepted Answer

The median home sale price in 60445 is approximately $222K, based on recent Zillow Research ZHVI data. This places 60445 near the metro median for comparable neighborhoods. Median rent in 60445 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 60445 a good place to live?

Accepted Answer

ZIP code 60445 has an overall NeighborScore of 66/100, placing it in the moderate range for Midlothian. The score combines crime rate (40% weight), school quality (35%), and relative property value (25%), each normalized to the metro area. At 66/100, 60445 scores similarly to the middle tier of Midlothian 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.

Midlothian — ZIP 60445

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School	Grades	Students	Math ↓	Reading
Nathan Hale Intermediate	04–05	—	—	—
Nathan Hale Middle School	06–08	—	—	—
Nathan Hale Primary School	PK–03	—	—	—
Bremen High School	09–12	—	—	—
Central Park Elem School	KG–08	—	—	—
Kolmar Elem School	KG–08	—	—	—
Springfield Elem School	KG–05	—	—	—
Spaulding School	PK–PK	—	—	—