| ZIP Code | 60953 |
|---|---|
| City | Milford |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Iroquois County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 660 ft |
| Latitude | 40.629003 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.6902 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.6 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 16.1% ▲ 61% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.2% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 26 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 466 (36%) |
| Some College | 213 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 173 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 100 (7.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 317 (24.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,662 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $98,500 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $720/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,032 |
| Vacant Units | 127 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,032 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 127 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 60953 is located in Milford, Illinois, within Iroquois County. With a population of 2,141, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.6 years. Economically, 60953 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,662 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60953 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $98,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $720 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 60953 is primarily White (97.62%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.1%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60953 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 60953 in Milford, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,141 residents, a median household income of $55,662, and a median home value of $98,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.