| ZIP Code | 61471 |
|---|---|
| City | Raritan |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Henderson County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 767 ft |
| Latitude | 40.695781 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.825065 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17071 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.04 |
| Below Poverty | 4.5% ▼ 55% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.7% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 33 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 21 (19.6%) |
| Associates | 16 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 22 (20.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 13 (12.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $77,361 ≈ Avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $80,600 ▼ 71% below avg ↑ 74% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 51 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 51 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 92.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
ZIP code 61471 is located in Raritan, Illinois, within Henderson County. With a population of 155, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.6 years. Economically, 61471 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $77,361 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61471 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $80,600 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 92.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 74% since 2019.
The population of 61471 is primarily White (96.77%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.5%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61471 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 94%.
Overall, ZIP code 61471 in Raritan, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 155 residents, a median household income of $77,361, and a median home value of $80,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.