Highland Park ZIP Codes — Lake County, IL

There is one unique ZIP code in Highland Park, Illinois and it is 60035. Area code: 847/224.
1
ZIP codes
12.67
sq mi land
2.64
sq mi water
847/224
area code
Highland Park, IL ZIP code map

About Highland Park, IL

Highland Park, Illinois, is a picturesque city located along the North Shore of Lake Michigan. Known for its vibrant community and strong commitment to education and the arts, this charming city offers a blend of suburban tranquility and urban amenities. Highland Park boasts beautiful parks, a rich cultural scene, and a welcoming atmosphere that attracts residents and visitors alike.

Location & geography

Highland Park is situated in Lake County, Illinois, and is approximately 25 miles north of downtown Chicago. The city encompasses a total land area of 12.67 square miles, with an additional 2.64 square miles of water, highlighting its proximity to the beautiful shores of Lake Michigan. Nearby cities include Deerfield, located about 4 miles west, Lake Forest approximately 5 miles north, Northbrook around 6 miles southwest, and Wilmette about 10 miles southeast.

Community & economy

The character of Highland Park is marked by its diverse population and active community involvement. A mix of residential, commercial, and recreational spaces contributes to a vibrant daily life, with local shops, restaurants, and cultural institutions such as the Highland Park Art Center. The main industries in the area include retail, healthcare, and education, with a strong emphasis on providing excellent services and amenities for families and individuals.

Transportation

Highland Park is easily accessible via several major roadways, including U.S. Route 41 and Interstate 94, which connect the city to the greater Chicago metropolitan area. The nearest major airport is Chicago O'Hare International Airport, located approximately 20 miles to the south, providing convenient access for air travel. Public transportation options include Metra train services that connect Highland Park to nearby towns and the city of Chicago.

History

Founded in the late 19th century, Highland Park became an attractive destination for wealthy Chicagoans seeking a summer retreat along the lake. The city has a rich industrial heritage, with key industries historically centered on manufacturing and retail. Notable events in its history include the establishment of the Ravinia Festival in 1904, which continues to be a significant cultural event and draws visitors from all over.

Did you know?

One surprising fact about Highland Park is that it is home to the only outdoor music festival in the United States dedicated solely to classical music, the Ravinia Festival. Additionally, the city was one of the early adoptors of the community tree-planting program, which has resulted in a beautiful canopy of trees lining its streets.

ZIP codes for Highland Park, IL (1)
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Demographics & statistics

30,215
Population
48.0
Median age
$159,519
Median household income
$97,946
Per capita income
$593,100
Median home value
$1,904
Median monthly rent
84.1%
Home ownership
3.4%
Poverty rate
3.4%
Unemployment
10,703
Housing units
76.4%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
909
Under 5
969
1,071
5–9
1,141
912
10–14
972
838
15–19
892
399
20–24
425
928
25–34
989
1,813
35–44
1,930
1,811
45–54
1,928
1,074
55–59
1,143
1,175
60–64
1,252
2,120
65–74
2,258
1,160
75–84
1,236
421
85+
449
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Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 187,16923.7%
18 and over23,04676.3%
65 and over7,64425.3%
Median age48.0 years

Race & ethnicity

White 81.1%
Hispanic or Latino 6.3%
Two or more races 6%
Asian 2.7%
Other race 2.6%
Black or African American 0.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native 0.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander 0.1%
GroupCount%
White26,14881.1%
Hispanic or Latino2,0396.3%
Two or more races1,9256%
Asian8692.7%
Other race8372.6%
Black or African American2860.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native1230.4%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander270.1%

Household income

Under $10k 2.6%
$10k–$15k 1.5%
$15k–$25k 2.8%
$25k–$35k 6.4%
$35k–$50k 3.9%
$50k–$75k 8.8%
$75k–$100k 7.2%
$100k–$150k 15.0%
$150k–$200k 11.3%
$200k+ 40.5%
Range% of households
Under $10k2.6%
$10k–$15k1.5%
$15k–$25k2.8%
$25k–$35k6.4%
$35k–$50k3.9%
$50k–$75k8.8%
$75k–$100k7.2%
$100k–$150k15.0%
$150k–$200k11.3%
$200k+40.5%
Median income$159,519

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 1.0%
$50k–$100k 0.3%
$100k–$150k 1.7%
$150k–$200k 1.2%
$200k–$300k 5.4%
$300k–$500k 30.8%
$500k–$1M 44.2%
$1M+ 15.4%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$593,100
Median rent / month$1,904
Owner occupied84.1%
Renter occupied15.9%
Vacant4.2%
Single-family detached75.1%
Large apartment buildings11.4%
Mobile homes0.1%
Median rooms7.6
Avg household size (owned)2.49

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.4%
2010–20191.9%
2000–200910.6%
1990–19998.8%
1980–19897.9%
1970–19799.6%
1960–196914.6%
1950–195915.8%
1940–19494.6%
1939 or earlier25.8%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)1.3%
1 bedroom2.8%
2 bedrooms17.4%
3 bedrooms32.7%
4 bedrooms31.1%
5+ bedrooms14.6%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle3.4%
1 vehicle30.4%
2 vehicles49.5%
3 or more16.7%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas85.4%
Electricity12.9%
Propane / LP gas0.6%
No fuel used0.5%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family7,84564.8%
Cohabiting couple3963.3%
Male householder, no spouse1,21910.1%
Female householder, no spouse2,63821.8%
Households with children under 183,80731.5%
Households with seniors (65+)5,31844.0%
Average household size2.47

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married17.6%17.7%
Married71.1%62.5%
Separated0.5%0.4%
Widowed3.4%11.6%
Divorced7.4%7.8%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.5%
Some HS, no diploma 0.8%
HS graduate 7.3%
Some college, no degree 10.7%
Associate's degree 3.2%
Bachelor's degree 37.7%
Graduate / professional 38.7%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher97.7%
Bachelor's or higher76.4%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool6308.9%
Kindergarten5317.5%
Elementary school3,11744.2%
High school1,69524.1%
College / grad school1,07215.2%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 24.9%
Professional & management 20.7%
Finance & real estate 12.6%
Arts, food & hospitality 8.7%
Retail trade 8.3%
Manufacturing 8.0%
Wholesale trade 4.7%
Other services 3.3%
Information 2.7%
Transportation & utilities 2.6%
Construction 2.5%
Public administration 0.9%
Agriculture & mining 0.2%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts67.5%
Service9.1%
Sales & office17.9%
Natural resources & construction1.8%
Production & transportation3.8%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector85.1%
Government8.7%
Self-employed6.2%
Unpaid family workers0.1%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone62.8%
Carpool3.7%
Public transit8.5%
Walk1.9%
Other means0.9%
Avg commute (minutes)28.8

Poverty

All people 3.4%
Under 18 years 1.8%
18 and over 3.9%
Married-couple families 0.6%
Female-led households 5.9%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security37.8%
Retirement income23.9%
Supplemental Security2.0%
Cash public assistance1.1%
Food stamps / SNAP1.9%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure31.3%
High cholesterol34.2%
Heart disease5.8%
Stroke2.4%
Asthma8.4%
Arthritis25.9%
Kidney disease2.6%
Pulmonary disease4.5%
Cancer8.5%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking12.7%
No physical activity16.7%
Less than 7 hrs sleep25.8%
Fair or poor health8.8%
Poor mental health9.2%
Poor physical health6.9%
No health insurance6.5%
Visited doctor (checkup)79.4%
Visited dentist79.9%
Cholesterol screening94.7%
Teeth loss6.4%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans8023.5%
Disability%
Any disability8.8%
Under 182.6%
18–64 years5.3%
65 and over21.8%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance84.5%
Public insurance29.0%
Uninsured under 193.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only28,33793.8%
Spanish1,7506.2%
Other Indo-European1,1604.1%
Asian & Pacific Islander4021.4%
Other languages1810.6%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)26,81988.8%
Born in same state26,46087.6%
Born in different state18,24560.4%
Foreign born3591.2%
Naturalized citizen3,39611.2%
Not a US citizen2,36469.6%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Italian2,7849.2%
French2,4808.2%
Arab1,4934.9%
Norwegian5421.8%
Irish5361.8%
AncestryCount%
Polish3501.2%
English2210.7%
Dutch1650.5%
German820.3%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access40.0%
Internet access95.9%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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