| ZIP Code | 61277 |
|---|---|
| City | Prophetstown |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Whiteside County |
| Area Code | 815 |
| Elevation | 619 ft |
| Latitude | 41.613582 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.930578 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17195 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.4 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 7.2% ▼ 28% below avg |
| College Grads | 31.3% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 22 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 745 (39.4%) |
| Some College | 336 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 195 (10.3%) |
| Bachelors | 267 (14.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 324 (17.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $72,837 ≈ Avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,000 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $735/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,325 |
| Vacant Units | 224 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,325 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 224 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 61277 is located in Prophetstown, Illinois, within Whiteside County. With a population of 2,983, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.4 years. Economically, 61277 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $72,837 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61277 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $134,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $735 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 61277 is primarily White (91.92%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.2%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61277 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 61277 in Prophetstown, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,983 residents, a median household income of $72,837, and a median home value of $134,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.