ZIP Code 60079: Waukegan, IL
ZIP code 60079 is assigned to Waukegan in Lake County, Illinois. Its reference point is at latitude 42.3228 and longitude -87.6101 (42°19'22.1"N 87°36'36.4"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 60079
Waukegan has 3 ZIP codes in our directory, and Lake County has 35.
Illinois has 1,645 ZIP codes listed in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 60011 (Barrington), which shares the same reference point.
| ZIP code | 60079 |
|---|---|
| Place | Waukegan |
| County | Lake County |
| State | Illinois |
| Country | United States |
| Latitude | 42.3228 |
| Longitude | -87.6101 |
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Map of ZIP Code 60079
Map centred on 42.3228, -87.6101. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Waukegan, Illinois
Video: Waukegan, Illinois
Top 10 Best Tourist Places to Visit in Waukegan, Illinois | USA - English — by Wiki Peaks · Watch on YouTube
ZIP Codes Near 60079
These 16 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 60079, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest places to ZIP code 60079, measured in a straight line from its reference point. Road distances will be longer.
- Russell – same location
- Libertyville – 8.8 mi west
- North Chicago – 11 mi west
- Fort Sheridan – 13 mi southwest
- Lake Bluff – 13 mi west
- Great Lakes – 13 mi west
- Highwood – 13 mi southwest
- Lake Forest – 14 mi southwest
- Highland Park – 14 mi southwest
- Zion – 14 mi northwest
- Barrington – 15 mi west
- Glencoe – 15 mi southwest
Schools Near Waukegan
If you are moving to ZIP code 60079, check with the education authority that serves Waukegan, Lake County which schools cover your street address.
Looking at nearby areas such as Barrington, Russell and Libertyville widens the choice of state, private and international schools. The links below open live Google Maps results centred on this location.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Use the map above to explore green space around Waukegan, then zoom out to find larger parks, trails and nature areas in the wider Illinois area.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, clinics and pharmacies serving Waukegan can be found with the searches below. In an emergency in the United States, call 911.
Residents may also use facilities in nearby Barrington, Russell and Libertyville.
Shopping and Dining in Waukegan
For places to eat and shop near ZIP code 60079, the searches below show up-to-date listings around this location.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Waukegan, Illinois can be found with the searches below.
For local history, try the archives of Lake County along with the name Waukegan.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 60079, Barrington shares the same reference point, Russell shares the same reference point, Libertyville shares the same reference point, North Chicago lies about 11 mi to the northwest and Fort Sheridan lies about 13 mi to the southwest in a straight line. Use the directions link for routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and coastline near Waukegan show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 60079
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Welcome Fame Events”): Wendy Brandt, CC BY 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Overflight of Lake Michigan with Air Station Traverse City Air Crew (3865505437)”): USCG Press, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 3 (“Greetings from Waukegan, Illinois - Large Letter Postcard (6940829554)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 4 (“Vulgichneumon brevicinctor 20834479”): psweet, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 5 (“Souvenir Folder of Waukegan, Illinois - Large Letter Postcard Folder (8453806379)”): Steve Shook from Moscow, Idaho, USA, CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Video: “Top 10 Best Tourist Places to Visit in Waukegan, Illinois | USA - English” by Wiki Peaks, embedded from YouTube. All rights belong to the creator.
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