| ZIP Code | 61051 |
|---|---|
| City | Milledgeville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Carroll County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 812 ft |
| Latitude | 41.982849 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.761848 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17015 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.7 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.8% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 9% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 49 (4.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 406 (40.1%) |
| Some College | 177 (17.5%) |
| Associates | 129 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 88 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 163 (16.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,125 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $101,100 ▼ 64% below avg ↓ 9% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $763/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 652 |
| Vacant Units | 15 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 652 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 15 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 61051 is located in Milledgeville, Illinois, within Carroll County. With a population of 1,521, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.7 years. Economically, 61051 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,125 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61051 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $101,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $763 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 9% since 2019.
The population of 61051 is primarily White (94.28%). Residents are less-educated — 24.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.6%. Household income has grown by 5% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61051 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 61051 in Milledgeville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,521 residents, a median household income of $63,125, and a median home value of $101,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.