| ZIP Code | 61036 |
|---|---|
| City | Galena |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Jo Daviess County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 856 ft |
| Latitude | 42.413689 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.375811 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17085 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 57.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.99 |
| Below Poverty | 4.6% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 57.0% ▲ 47% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.2% ▼ 75% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 1,080 (20.4%) |
| Some College | 463 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 734 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 558 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,455 (46.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $80,574 ≈ Avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $258,100 ≈ Avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $758/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,187 |
| Vacant Units | 1,718 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.99 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,187 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,718 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.99 |
ZIP code 61036 is located in Galena, Illinois, within Jo Daviess County. With a population of 7,014, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 57.1 years. Economically, 61036 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $80,574 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61036 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $258,100 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $758 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 61036 is primarily White (93.16%). Residents are well-educated — 57.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.6%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61036 stands at 1.2%, which is well below the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 65%.
Overall, ZIP code 61036 in Galena, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,014 residents, a median household income of $80,574, and a median home value of $258,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.