| ZIP Code | 61434 |
|---|---|
| City | Galva |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Henry County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 827 ft |
| Latitude | 41.172707 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.03619 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17073 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 18.1% ▲ 81% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.5% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 64% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 29 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 564 (27.9%) |
| Some College | 274 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 296 (14.6%) |
| Bachelors | 328 (16.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 532 (26.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,085 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $87,400 ▼ 69% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $777/mo ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,439 |
| Vacant Units | 215 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,439 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 215 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 61434 is located in Galva, Illinois, within Henry County. With a population of 2,992, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.3 years. Economically, 61434 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,085 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61434 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $87,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $777 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 61434 is primarily White (89.94%). Residents are well-educated — 42.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.1%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61434 stands at 1.8%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 61434 in Galva, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,992 residents, a median household income of $61,085, and a median home value of $87,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.