| ZIP Code | 61201 |
|---|---|
| City | Rock Island |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Rock Island County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 624 ft |
| Latitude | 41.477559 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.575628 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17161 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.16 |
| Below Poverty | 19.0% ▲ 90% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.6% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 36% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 392 (1.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,484 (29.5%) |
| Some College | 3,691 (16.8%) |
| Associates | 4,023 (18.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,412 (11%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,966 (22.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,260 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $118,300 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $822/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,459 |
| Vacant Units | 1,615 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,459 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,615 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.16 |
ZIP code 61201 is located in Rock Island, Illinois, within Rock Island County. With a population of 37,294, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.3 years. Economically, 61201 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,260 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61201 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $118,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $822 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 13% since 2019.
The population of 61201 is majority White (63.41%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.0%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61201 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 61201 in Rock Island, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 37,294 residents, a median household income of $57,260, and a median home value of $118,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.