| ZIP Code | 61244 |
|---|---|
| City | East Moline |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Rock Island County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 573 ft |
| Latitude | 41.522559 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.390822 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17161 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 15.6% ▲ 56% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 587 (4.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,196 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 2,506 (17.4%) |
| Associates | 2,443 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 1,496 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,159 (22%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,827 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $140,600 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $828/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,135 |
| Vacant Units | 933 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,135 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 933 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
ZIP code 61244 is located in East Moline, Illinois, within Rock Island County. With a population of 23,288, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.3 years. Economically, 61244 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,827 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61244 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $140,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $828 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 61244 is majority White (55.48%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.6%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61244 stands at 3.5%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 61244 in East Moline, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 23,288 residents, a median household income of $66,827, and a median home value of $140,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.