| ZIP Code | 61272 |
|---|---|
| City | New Boston |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Mercer County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 578 ft |
| Latitude | 41.251085 |
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| Longitude | -91.011405 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17131 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 7.0% ▼ 30% below avg |
| College Grads | 21.2% ▼ 45% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 390 (44.8%) |
| Some College | 197 (22.6%) |
| Associates | 99 (11.4%) |
| Bachelors | 98 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 86 (9.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,893 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $131,300 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 614 |
| Vacant Units | 60 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 614 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 60 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 61272 is located in New Boston, Illinois, within Mercer County. With a population of 1,463, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 61272 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,893 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61272 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $131,300 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 89.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 42% since 2019.
The population of 61272 is primarily White (97.81%). Residents are less-educated — 21.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.0%. Household income has grown by 29% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61272 stands at 2.7%, 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 61272 in New Boston, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,463 residents, a median household income of $65,893, and a median home value of $131,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.