| ZIP Code | 61348 |
|---|---|
| City | Oglesby |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | LaSalle County |
| Area Code | 779/815 |
| Elevation | 529 ft |
| Latitude | 41.285723 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.035197 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17099 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 9.1% ▼ 9% below avg |
| College Grads | 39.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 39 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 940 (31.7%) |
| Some College | 477 (16.1%) |
| Associates | 340 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 531 (17.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 634 (21.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,197 ≈ Avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $139,100 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $691/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,182 |
| Vacant Units | 161 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,182 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 161 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 61348 is located in Oglesby, Illinois, within LaSalle County. With a population of 4,397, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.2 years. Economically, 61348 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,197 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61348 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $139,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $691 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 61348 is primarily White (85.26%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.1%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61348 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 61348 in Oglesby, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,397 residents, a median household income of $71,197, and a median home value of $139,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.