| ZIP Code | 61701 |
|---|---|
| City | Bloomington |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | McLean County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 805 ft |
| Latitude | 40.475855 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.99267 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17113 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.07 |
| Below Poverty | 16.1% ▲ 61% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.9% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.2% ▼ 34% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 199 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,492 (25.3%) |
| Some College | 2,468 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 3,353 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,908 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,250 (38.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,882 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,600 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $873/mo ↑ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 18,038 |
| Vacant Units | 1,757 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.07 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 18,038 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,757 |
| Owner Occupied | 56.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 43.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.07 |
ZIP code 61701 is located in Bloomington, Illinois, within McLean County. With a population of 35,577, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 61701 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,882 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61701 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $138,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $873 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (56.6%) and renters (43.4%). Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 61701 is majority White (69.83%). Residents are well-educated — 46.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.1%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61701 stands at 3.2%, which is below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 67%.
Overall, ZIP code 61701 in Bloomington, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 35,577 residents, a median household income of $55,882, and a median home value of $138,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.