| ZIP Code | 61455 |
|---|---|
| City | Macomb |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | McDonough County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 633 ft |
| Latitude | 40.440435 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.637925 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17109 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 31.8 yrs ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.97 |
| Below Poverty | 22.2% ▲ 122% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.7% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 10.9% ▲ 123% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 103 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,427 (25.8%) |
| Some College | 1,056 (11.2%) |
| Associates | 1,428 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 946 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,443 (36.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $45,048 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $117,900 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $739/mo ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,682 |
| Vacant Units | 1,099 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,682 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,099 |
| Owner Occupied | 52.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 47.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
ZIP code 61455 is located in Macomb, Illinois, within McDonough County. With a population of 17,511, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 31.8 years. Economically, 61455 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $45,048 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61455 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $117,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $739 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (52.6%) and renters (47.4%). Median home values have increased by 9% since 2019.
The population of 61455 is primarily White (80.65%). Residents are well-educated — 46.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 22.2%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61455 stands at 10.9%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 61455 in Macomb, IL is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 17,511 residents, a median household income of $45,048, and a median home value of $117,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.