| ZIP Code | 61531 |
|---|---|
| City | Farmington |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Fulton County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 726 ft |
| Latitude | 40.682505 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.036794 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 41.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 644 (32.3%) |
| Some College | 248 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 267 (13.4%) |
| Bachelors | 238 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 578 (29%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,875 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,100 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $877/mo ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,414 |
| Vacant Units | 192 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,414 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 192 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 61531 is located in Farmington, Illinois, within Fulton County. With a population of 3,018, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 61531 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,875 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61531 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $113,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $877 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 10% since 2019.
The population of 61531 is primarily White (97.02%). Residents are well-educated — 41.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61531 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 61531 in Farmington, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,018 residents, a median household income of $64,875, and a median home value of $113,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.