| ZIP Code | 61550 |
|---|---|
| City | Morton |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Tazewell County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 712 ft |
| Latitude | 40.611423 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.436378 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17179 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 6.1% ▼ 39% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.7% ▲ 33% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 51% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 115 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,921 (22.9%) |
| Some College | 1,120 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 2,020 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,486 (11.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,111 (40%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $92,269 ▲ 21% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $247,000 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,001/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,053 |
| Vacant Units | 615 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,053 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 615 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 61550 is located in Morton, Illinois, within Tazewell County. With a population of 18,688, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42 years. Economically, 61550 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $92,269 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61550 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $247,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,001 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 61550 is primarily White (91.99%). Residents are well-educated — 51.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.1%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61550 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 61550 in Morton, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,688 residents, a median household income of $92,269, and a median home value of $247,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.