| ZIP Code | 61542 |
|---|---|
| City | Lewistown |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Fulton County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 563 ft |
| Latitude | 40.376696 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.131662 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17057 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.4 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 28.5% ▼ 27% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.1% ▲ 86% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 893 (37.7%) |
| Some College | 413 (17.4%) |
| Associates | 376 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 170 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 504 (21.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,529 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $115,100 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $683/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,727 |
| Vacant Units | 180 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,727 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 180 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 61542 is located in Lewistown, Illinois, within Fulton County. With a population of 3,306, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.4 years. Economically, 61542 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,529 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61542 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $115,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $683 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 61542 is primarily White (95.64%). Residents are moderately educated — 28.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61542 stands at 9.1%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 61542 in Lewistown, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,306 residents, a median household income of $65,529, and a median home value of $115,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.