| ZIP Code | 61606 |
|---|---|
| City | Peoria |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Peoria County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 605 ft |
| Latitude | 40.70007 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.61187 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17143 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 22.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.12 |
| Below Poverty | 20.1% ▲ 101% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.4% ▲ 27% above avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 53% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 690 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 212 (8%) |
| Associates | 386 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 258 (9.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,042 (39.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $41,023 ▼ 46% below avg ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,800 ▼ 57% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $907/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,898 |
| Vacant Units | 396 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,898 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 396 |
| Owner Occupied | 42.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 57.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.12 |
ZIP code 61606 is located in Peoria, Illinois, within Peoria County. With a population of 6,979, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 22.2 years. Economically, 61606 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $41,023 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61606 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $907 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (42.3%) and renters (57.7%).
The population of 61606 is majority White (66.11%). Residents are well-educated — 49.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.1%. Household income has declined by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61606 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 61606 in Peoria, IL is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a young community. With 6,979 residents, a median household income of $41,023, and a median home value of $119,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.