| ZIP Code | 61458 |
|---|---|
| City | Maquon |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Knox County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 572 ft |
| Latitude | 40.782213 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.183159 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17095 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.97 |
| Below Poverty | 5.1% ▼ 49% below avg |
| College Grads | 30.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.5% ▼ 69% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 160 (33.9%) |
| Some College | 102 (21.6%) |
| Associates | 63 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 60 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 86 (18.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,604 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,600 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 334 |
| Vacant Units | 13 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 334 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 13 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.97 |
ZIP code 61458 is located in Maquon, Illinois, within Knox County. With a population of 632, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.7 years. Economically, 61458 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,604 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61458 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $88,600 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 80.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 6% since 2019.
The population of 61458 is primarily White (97.78%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.1%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61458 stands at 1.5%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 91%.
Overall, ZIP code 61458 in Maquon, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 632 residents, a median household income of $62,604, and a median home value of $88,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.