| ZIP Code | 61419 |
|---|---|
| City | Bishop Hill |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Henry County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 786 ft |
| Latitude | 41.199808 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.117519 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17073 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 61.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.29 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 42.0% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 0.0% ▼ 100% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 19 (16%) |
| Some College | 13 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 35 (29.4%) |
| Bachelors | 15 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 35 (29.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,500 ▼ 31% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $96,300 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 69 |
| Vacant Units | 1 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 69 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.29 |
ZIP code 61419 is located in Bishop Hill, Illinois, within Henry County. With a population of 156, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 61.1 years. Economically, 61419 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,500 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61419 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $96,300 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 83.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 61419 is primarily White (92.95%). Residents are well-educated — 42.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 61419 in Bishop Hill, IL is characterized as working-class, well-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 156 residents, a median household income of $52,500, and a median home value of $96,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.