| ZIP Code | 60957 |
|---|---|
| City | Paxton |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Ford County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 736 ft |
| Latitude | 40.442962 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.136204 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17053 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.8% ▼ 8% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.3% ▼ 73% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 24 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,059 (28.8%) |
| Some College | 623 (16.9%) |
| Associates | 659 (17.9%) |
| Bachelors | 467 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 849 (23.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,741 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $122,200 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $920/mo ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,627 |
| Vacant Units | 264 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,627 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 264 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 60957 is located in Paxton, Illinois, within Ford County. With a population of 5,620, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.5 years. Economically, 60957 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,741 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60957 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $122,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $920 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 60957 is primarily White (93.31%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60957 stands at 1.3%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 60957 in Paxton, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,620 residents, a median household income of $66,741, and a median home value of $122,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.