| ZIP Code | 61454 |
|---|---|
| City | Lomax |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Henderson County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 665 ft |
| Latitude | 40.68193 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.039891 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17071 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.8 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 9.7% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 23.8% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 37% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 142 (46.9%) |
| Some College | 48 (15.8%) |
| Associates | 41 (13.5%) |
| Bachelors | 14 (4.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 58 (19.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,500 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 72% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $84,700 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 209 |
| Vacant Units | 29 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 209 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 29 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 18.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 61454 is located in Lomax, Illinois, within Henderson County. With a population of 453, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.8 years. Economically, 61454 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,500 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61454 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $84,700 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 81.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 61454 is primarily White (89.40%). Residents are less-educated — 23.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.7%. Household income has grown by 72% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61454 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 61454 in Lomax, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 453 residents, a median household income of $55,500, and a median home value of $84,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.