| ZIP Code | 60531 |
|---|---|
| City | Leland |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | LaSalle County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 696 ft |
| Latitude | 41.619207 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.787498 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 21.3% ▲ 113% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.0% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 54% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 534 (37.8%) |
| Some College | 197 (14%) |
| Associates | 207 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 108 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 358 (25.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,672 ≈ Avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $225,800 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,532/mo ↑ 69% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 847 |
| Vacant Units | 31 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 847 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 31 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 60531 is located in Leland, Illinois, within LaSalle County. With a population of 2,170, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 60531 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,672 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60531 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $225,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,532 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 60531 is primarily White (93.23%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.3%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60531 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 60531 in Leland, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,170 residents, a median household income of $77,672, and a median home value of $225,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.