| ZIP Code | 61265 |
|---|---|
| City | Moline |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Rock Island County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 676 ft |
| Latitude | 41.480697 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.487167 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17161 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 15.8% ▲ 58% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.0% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 35% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 370 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,934 (25.1%) |
| Some College | 4,271 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 4,454 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,287 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,334 (30.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,910 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,300 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $890/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 20,396 |
| Vacant Units | 1,536 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 20,396 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,536 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 61265 is located in Moline, Illinois, within Rock Island County. With a population of 43,851, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.9 years. Economically, 61265 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,910 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61265 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $142,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $890 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 61265 is majority White (64.57%). Residents are well-educated — 42.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.8%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61265 stands at 6.6%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 61265 in Moline, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 43,851 residents, a median household income of $63,910, and a median home value of $142,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.