| ZIP Code | 61450 |
|---|---|
| City | La Harpe |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Hancock County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 644 ft |
| Latitude | 40.571726 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.984257 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.11 |
| Below Poverty | 10.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 41.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 350 (32%) |
| Some College | 156 (14.3%) |
| Associates | 126 (11.5%) |
| Bachelors | 180 (16.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 277 (25.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,071 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $95,400 ▼ 66% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $703/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 850 |
| Vacant Units | 92 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 850 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 92 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.11 |
ZIP code 61450 is located in La Harpe, Illinois, within Hancock County. With a population of 1,617, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.5 years. Economically, 61450 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,071 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61450 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $95,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $703 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 61450 is primarily White (95.05%). Residents are well-educated — 41.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.6%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61450 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 61450 in La Harpe, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,617 residents, a median household income of $66,071, and a median home value of $95,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.