| ZIP Code | 61616 |
|---|---|
| City | Peoria Heights |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Peoria County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 769 ft |
| Latitude | 40.746726 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.571641 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17143 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.01 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.6% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 45 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 987 (24.6%) |
| Some College | 561 (14%) |
| Associates | 714 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 693 (17.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,016 (25.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,083 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 49% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $118,000 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $921/mo ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,119 |
| Vacant Units | 287 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,119 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 287 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.01 |
ZIP code 61616 is located in Peoria Heights, Illinois, within Peoria County. With a population of 5,834, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.6 years. Economically, 61616 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,083 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61616 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $118,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $921 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 61616 is primarily White (86.56%). Residents are well-educated — 42.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.8%. Household income has grown by 49% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61616 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 61616 in Peoria Heights, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,834 residents, a median household income of $62,083, and a median home value of $118,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.