| ZIP Code | 60968 |
|---|---|
| City | Thawville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Iroquois County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 670 ft |
| Latitude | 40.675461 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.119734 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17075 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 1.0% ▼ 79% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (3.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 78 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 40 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 42 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 20 (7.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 90 (32.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,472 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $101,600 ▼ 64% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $753/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 267 |
| Vacant Units | 66 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 267 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 66 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 60968 is located in Thawville, Illinois, within Iroquois County. With a population of 453, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.8 years. Economically, 60968 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,472 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 60968 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $101,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $753 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 60968 is primarily White (91.83%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.1%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 60968 stands at 1.0%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 60968 in Thawville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 453 residents, a median household income of $63,472, and a median home value of $101,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.