| ZIP Code | 61571 |
|---|---|
| City | Washington |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Tazewell County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 758 ft |
| Latitude | 40.704506 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.424629 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17179 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 5.5% ▼ 45% below avg |
| College Grads | 51.3% ▲ 32% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 50% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 3,191 (19.9%) |
| Some College | 1,746 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 2,855 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 2,035 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,169 (38.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $87,852 ▲ 15% above avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $200,300 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $996/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,273 |
| Vacant Units | 583 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,273 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 583 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 61571 is located in Washington, Illinois, within Tazewell County. With a population of 24,544, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 61571 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $87,852 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61571 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $200,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $996 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 61571 is primarily White (93.49%). Residents are well-educated — 51.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.5%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61571 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 14% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 61571 in Washington, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,544 residents, a median household income of $87,852, and a median home value of $200,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.