ZIP Code 60476: Thornton, Illinois
ZIP code 60476 covers part or all of Thornton in Cook County, Illinois. Its reference point is at latitude 41.5727 and longitude -87.6078 (41°34'21.7"N 87°36'28.1"W).
Location Overview of ZIP Code 60476
60476 is the only ZIP code listed for Thornton, IL in our directory.
Across Cook County there are 213 ZIP codes listed, and Illinois has 1,645 in total.
The nearest listed ZIP code is 60425 in Glenwood, IL, about 1.8 mi to the south.
| ZIP code | 60476 |
|---|---|
| City | Thornton |
| County | Cook County |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| Latitude | 41.5727 |
| Longitude | -87.6078 |
| DMS | 41°34'21.7"N 87°36'28.1"W |
| Nearest ZIP | 60425 (Glenwood, 1.8 mi) |
Map of ZIP Code 60476
Map centered on 41.5727, -87.6078. The pin marks the ZIP code's reference point, not its boundary.
Photos of Thornton, IL
ZIP Codes Near 60476
These 15 ZIP codes have the closest reference points to 60476, measured in a straight line.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The closest communities to ZIP code 60476, measured in a straight line from its reference point, are Glenwood, IL (1.8 mi south), South Holland, IL (1.9 mi northeast) and Homewood, IL (3.0 mi southwest). Distances are approximate and road distances will be longer.
- Glenwood, IL – 1.8 mi south
- South Holland, IL – 1.9 mi northeast
- Homewood, IL – 3.0 mi southwest
- Lansing, IL – 3.3 mi east
- Harvey, IL – 3.5 mi northwest
- Dolton, IL – 3.7 mi north
- Hazel Crest, IL – 4.0 mi west
- Calumet City, IL – 4.3 mi northeast
- Flossmoor, IL – 4.5 mi southwest
- Chicago Heights, IL – 4.5 mi south
Schools Near Thornton, IL
Public school assignments in the United States are based on street address, so families in ZIP code 60476 should confirm their assigned school with the school district that serves Thornton and Cook County.
Searching nearby communities such as Glenwood and South Holland can widen the list of public, private and charter options. The links below open live Google Maps results centered on 60476.
Parks and Outdoor Recreation
Parks, trails and playgrounds around Thornton, IL are easiest to find on the map above or with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 60476.
Hospitals and Healthcare
Hospitals, urgent care clinics and pharmacies serving Thornton, IL can be found with the searches below. In a medical emergency, call 911.
Residents of ZIP code 60476 may also use facilities in nearby Glenwood, South Holland and Homewood.
Shopping and Dining in Thornton
Restaurants, grocery stores and shopping centers in and around ZIP code 60476 are listed in the Google Maps searches below, with current hours and reviews.
Libraries and Historical Places
Public libraries, museums and historic sites near Thornton, Illinois can be found with the searches below, which are centered on ZIP code 60476.
To research local history, try searching for Cook County records and archives along with the name Thornton.
Roads, Rivers and Lakes
From ZIP code 60476, Glenwood lies about 1.8 mi to the south, South Holland lies about 1.9 mi to the northeast, Homewood lies about 3.0 mi to the southwest, Lansing lies about 3.3 mi to the east and Harvey lies about 3.5 mi to the northwest. Use the directions link for turn-by-turn routes and road names.
Rivers, lakes and other water features near Thornton show up on the map above, or you can search for them directly.
Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 60476
Photo & Video Credits
- Photo 1 (“Graves of Clara Muhammad (1899–1972) and Elijah Muhammad (1897–1975) at Mount Glenwood Memory Gardens South”): Nick Number, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
- Photo 2 (“Grave of Marshall Walter Taylor (1898–1932) at Mount Glenwood Memory Gardens South 2”): Nick Number, CC BY 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons.
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Data for ZIP code 60476 comes from a public U.S. postal code dataset and is provided for general reference. Always confirm mailing details with the U.S. Postal Service.