| ZIP Code | 60949 |
|---|---|
| City | Ludlow |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Champaign County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 762 ft |
| Latitude | 40.378337 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.105151 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17019 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.4 yrs ↓ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.54 |
| Below Poverty | 18.2% ▲ 82% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.2% ▼ 43% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.0% ▲ 124% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 88 (36.2%) |
| Some College | 66 (27.2%) |
| Associates | 33 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 23 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 31 (12.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $56,250 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $99,300 ▼ 64% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $775/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 238 |
| Vacant Units | 50 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 238 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 50 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.54 |
ZIP code 60949 is located in Ludlow, Illinois, within Champaign County. With a population of 478, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.4 years. Economically, 60949 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $56,250 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60949 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $99,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $775 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 60949 is primarily White (78.24%). Residents are less-educated — 22.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.2%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60949 stands at 11.0%, which is more than double the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 60949 in Ludlow, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 478 residents, a median household income of $56,250, and a median home value of $99,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.