Best ZIP Codes for Real Estate
in Chicago, IL
Ranked by AreaOps targeting score — a 0–100 measure of demographic fit for Real Estate demand using 2024 ACS 5-Year. Owner occupancy, home age, income, and home value are the primary scoring signals.
ZIP Code Rankings
| 60560 | Yorkville | 95/High | 28,795 | 83% | $110K |
| 60124 | Elgin | 94/High | 24,487 | 92% | $140K |
| 60510 | Batavia | 93/High | 29,038 | 78% | $122K |
| 60177 | South Elgin | 93/High | 24,416 | 79% | $126K |
| 60585 | Plainfield | 93/High | 25,960 | 92% | $156K |
| 60564 | Naperville | 93/High | 47,016 | 88% | $181K |
| 60140 | Hampshire | 93/High | 22,689 | 89% | $111K |
| 60045 | Lake Forest | 93/High | 21,074 | 89% | $233K |
| 60048 | Libertyville | 93/High | 29,124 | 84% | $174K |
| 60137 | Glen Ellyn | 92/High | 38,696 | 81% | $138K |
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Sorted by Real Estate targeting score (highest first) · public sample · 2024 ACS 5-Year
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a ZIP code "best" for Real Estate in Chicago?▾
The ranking is based on AreaOps's targeting score (0–100), which weights Census ACS signals specifically for Real Estate demand. Identifies the highest-opportunity ZIP codes for real estate professionals based on home value, owner-occupied housing stock, and market depth.
Should I target all top-ranked ZIPs?▾
The ranking shows demographic fit — not guaranteed revenue. Factor in your current coverage, drive time from your service hubs, and competition before committing to new ZIPs. A high score in ZIP you can't efficiently service still has real cost.
How do I import these ZIPs into my service area?▾
Copy the ZIP codes you want, then paste them into AreaOps's Quick Add tool or bulk-import via CSV. You can also use the targeting workbench to filter by score threshold and apply the results directly to your service area.
How often is this ranking updated?▾
Rankings are refreshed monthly from 2024 ACS 5-Year data. Scores change when a new ACS vintage is released, typically in December for the prior year's data.
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