| ZIP Code | 61427 |
|---|---|
| City | Cuba |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Fulton County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 669 ft |
| Latitude | 40.497616 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.194498 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 10.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 32.9% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 49% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 532 (38.2%) |
| Some College | 183 (13.2%) |
| Associates | 202 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 142 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 316 (22.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,625 ▼ 18% below avg ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $106,300 ▼ 62% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $915/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 984 |
| Vacant Units | 104 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 984 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 104 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 61427 is located in Cuba, Illinois, within Fulton County. With a population of 2,051, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.3 years. Economically, 61427 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,625 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61427 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $106,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $915 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 9% since 2019.
The population of 61427 is primarily White (94.83%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.3%. Household income has declined by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61427 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 61427 in Cuba, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,051 residents, a median household income of $62,625, and a median home value of $106,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.