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ZIP 60629

Part of Chicago, IL
Pop. 108,324·Cook County·184th most expensive ZIP in Illinois
Median rent (all units)
$1,405/mo
Year-over-Year
+5.1%
Month-over-Month
-1.5%
vs US Median
-$557
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ZIP 60629 · $1,405
More affordable than 80% of US ZIP codes · National median $1,962/mo
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Studio
$1,130
1 BR
$1,210
2 BR
$1,360
3 BR
$1,750
4 BR+
$2,030
Research median
$1,360/mo

Bedroom estimates are gross rents that include essential utilities (electricity, water, gas, sewer, trash).

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

Annual cost
$16,860/yr
At $1,405/mo median
Location
StateIL
CountyCook County
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Based on rent-price momentum (+5.1% YoY, -1.5% MoM), not inventory.
Demographics

Who lives here

ZIP 60629 (Chicago, IL) is majority owner-occupied, has a large share of families with children, has a median income below the national average, 15.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

Population
108,324
Median income
$60,826
Median age
34.2
Renters
38%
Age distribution
25.9%
25%
26.4%
12.8%
Under 1825.9%
18–3425%
35–5426.4%
55–649.9%
65+12.8%
Gender
49.2%
50.8%
Male49.2%
Female50.8%
Race & ethnicity
16.7%
16.7%
75.4%
White16.7%
Black16.7%
Hispanic75.4%
Asian0.8%
Education (25+)
27.8%
35.8%
20.9%
15.4%
No HS diploma27.8%
HS diploma35.8%
Some college20.9%
Bachelor's+15.4%
Housing tenure
62%
38%
Owner62%
Renter38%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau · ACS 2024 5-Year Estimates

2021 vs 2026

How ZIP 60629 in Chicago, IL has changed in 5 years

Rent
$984 → $1,405
up 42.8%
Income
$46,217 → $60,826
up 31.6%
Population
107,487 → 108,324
up 0.8%
Renter share
43% → 38%
-5.0 pts
Bachelor's+
12.1% → 15.4%
+3.3 pts
Median age
32.3 → 34.2
+1.9 yrs

Five years ago, renters in ZIP 60629 in Chicago, IL paid around $984 a month. That figure now sits near $1,405, up 42.8% from the 2021 baseline. On the earnings side, the typical household in ZIP 60629 in Chicago, IL now reports about $60,826, up from $46,217 in 2021. Because rent grew faster than wages over the same span, the affordability picture has tightened relative to 2021. The renter share has eased from 43% to 38%, with owner-occupied housing accounting for the remainder. Bachelor's-degree-or-higher attainment moved from 12.1% to 15.4% across the same window. For context, the 2021 to 2026 window covers an unusually volatile run for US rents nationally, and ZIP 60629 in Chicago, IL reflects that arc in its own way.

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Last updated: August 17, 2026

ZIP code 60629 covers Chicago, IL. The median rent here is $1,405/mo as of August 2026. A 1-bedroom rents for a median of $1,210/mo. A 2-bedroom rents for a median of $1,360/mo.

At 28% of local median household income ($60,826/yr), ZIP 60629 ranks as affordable compared to the national benchmark of 30%. Rents have increased 5.1% over the past year.

FAQ

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How much is rent in ZIP code 60629?

As of August 17, 2026, the median monthly rent in ZIP 60629 (Chicago, IL) is $1,405. This is based on aggregated data from public sources and community submissions.

How does ZIP 60629 rent compare to the US average?

ZIP 60629's median rent of $1,405/mo is $557 (28%) below the US national median of $1,962/mo.

How does ZIP 60629 compare to other ZIPs in Illinois?

ZIP 60629 is among the more affordable ZIP codes in Illinois, ranking #184 out of 236 ZIPs at $1,405/mo.

How much income do you need to rent in ZIP 60629?

To keep rent at or below 30% of gross income, you would need to earn at least $56,000/year (~$27/hour full-time) to afford the median rent of $1,405/mo in ZIP 60629. The local median household income is $60,826/yr, meaning the typical household meets that threshold.

Is rent going up or down in ZIP 60629?

Rent in ZIP 60629 has increased 5.1% over the past year as of August 17, 2026, putting upward pressure on renter budgets.

Is ZIP 60629 an affordable place to rent?

ZIP 60629 is considered affordable for renters. At $1,405/mo, rent takes approximately 28% of the local median household income ($60,826/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%. ZIP 60629 falls comfortably within that range.

What percentage of ZIP 60629 residents rent vs. own?

According to Census data, approximately 38% of ZIP 60629 households are renters, while 62% are owner-occupied. ZIP 60629 leans toward homeownership, which can mean a smaller rental inventory.

How does ZIP 60629 compare to the rest of Chicago?

ZIP 60629 is more affordable than Chicago overall. At $1,405/mo, it's $990 below the Chicago citywide median of $2,395/mo.

When was rent data for ZIP 60629 last updated?

Rent data for ZIP 60629 reflects August 17, 2026. RentDataNow refreshes all data monthly using public and private datasets.
Income Affordability
28%
AFFORDABLE

At $1,405/mo, rent takes ~28% of ZIP 60629's median household income ($60,826/yr). The standard benchmark is 30%.

ZIP 60629 28%Benchmark 30%
State income tax4.95%
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