28
Population
↓ 56% since 2019
66.0
Median Age
↑ 80% since 2019
25.0%
College Grads
▼ 35% below avg
0.0%
Unemployment
▼ 100% below avg
ZIP Code Details
| ZIP Code | 61276 |
|---|---|
| City | Preemption |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Mercer County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 769 ft |
| Latitude | 41.316601 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.576297 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17131 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 50.0% (14)
Female 50.0% (14) ♀
Race & Ethnicity
White100.0%
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 66.0 yrs ↑ 80% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.00 |
| Below Poverty | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| College Grads | 25.0% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 14 (50%) |
| Some College | 7 (25%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7 (25%) |
Education
HS Grad50.0%
Some College25.0%
Graduate25.0%
Housing & Income
Housing Tenure
Owner100.0%
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Total Units | 60 |
|---|---|
| Vacant Units | 46 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
Income Distribution
Employment & Commute
Commute Time
Housing Stock
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 60 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 46 |
| Owner Occupied | 100.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 0.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.00 |
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 61276 is in Preemption, IL, in Mercer County.
ZIP code 61276 is located in Illinois (IL).
ZIP code 61276 is in Mercer County, IL.
ZIP 61276 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 61276 is 28 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
Home value data not available.
About ZIP Code 61276
ZIP code 61276 is located in Preemption, Illinois, within Mercer County. With a population of 28, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 66 years.
The population of 61276 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are less-educated — 25.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average.
Overall, ZIP code 61276 in Preemption, IL is characterized as less-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied.