| ZIP Code | 61001 |
|---|---|
| City | Apple River |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Jo Daviess County |
| Area Code | 815 |
| Elevation | 953 ft |
| Latitude | 42.465816 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.110232 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.15 |
| Below Poverty | 17.8% ▲ 78% above avg |
| College Grads | 43.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.3% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 39 (4.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 231 (25.6%) |
| Some College | 110 (12.2%) |
| Associates | 132 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 104 (11.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 286 (31.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,833 ≈ Avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $260,800 ≈ Avg ↑ 60% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,279/mo ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,242 |
| Vacant Units | 666 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,242 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 666 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.15 |
ZIP code 61001 is located in Apple River, Illinois, within Jo Daviess County. With a population of 1,237, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.3 years. Economically, 61001 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,833 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61001 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $260,800 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,279 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 60% since 2019.
The population of 61001 is primarily White (93.61%). Residents are well-educated — 43.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.8%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61001 stands at 3.3%, which is below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 61001 in Apple River, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,237 residents, a median household income of $75,833, and a median home value of $260,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.