60617

60617 is a United States ZIP code in the city of Chicago, Illinois. It lies on the southern and lakefront portion of the city within Cook County and the Chicago metropolitan area. The ZIP code encompasses a mix of residential neighborhoods, commercial strips, and light industrial facilities near the Lake Michigan shoreline. The eastern boundary is adjacent to the lake, and the area is characterized by a dense urban street grid consistent with Chicago's layout.

Demographics and land use: The 60617 area is diverse in population and housing, with single-family homes, apartment and condominium buildings, and neighborhood-serving businesses. It is part of the Chicago Public Schools system and is served by local public services and amenities.

Infrastructure: The ZIP code relies on Chicago's public transit system, including bus routes and rail lines in the broader southeast side. It is within the postal routes administered by the United States Postal Service, which assigns ZIP codes for mail delivery and regional statistical purposes.

History: ZIP codes were introduced by the U.S. Postal Service in 1963 to improve mail routing. 60617 has existed as an identifier for the area since then, helping with mail delivery, emergency services, navigation, and demographic analysis.