| ZIP Code | 61111 |
|---|---|
| City | Loves Park |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Winnebago County |
| Area Code | 815 |
| Elevation | 889 ft |
| Latitude | 42.335505 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.002749 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17201 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 14.8% ▲ 48% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 55% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 103 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,504 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 2,393 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 2,499 (16.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,654 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,739 (25.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,391 ▼ 23% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,700 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,101/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,248 |
| Vacant Units | 402 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,248 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 402 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 61111 is located in Loves Park, Illinois, within Winnebago County. With a population of 22,838, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.7 years. Economically, 61111 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,391 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61111 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $143,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,101 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 32% since 2019.
The population of 61111 is primarily White (70.47%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.8%.
The unemployment rate in 61111 stands at 7.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 61111 in Loves Park, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 22,838 residents, a median household income of $58,391, and a median home value of $143,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.