| ZIP Code | 61844 |
|---|---|
| City | Fithian |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Vermilion County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 657 ft |
| Latitude | 40.142967 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.869207 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17183 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 31.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 31% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 261 (37.1%) |
| Some College | 154 (21.9%) |
| Associates | 68 (9.7%) |
| Bachelors | 72 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 146 (20.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,523 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $151,700 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 53% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,031/mo ↑ 42% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 406 |
| Vacant Units | 9 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 406 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 9 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 61844 is located in Fithian, Illinois, within Vermilion County. With a population of 927, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52.4 years. Economically, 61844 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,523 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61844 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $151,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,031 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 53% since 2019.
The population of 61844 is primarily White (96.55%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61844 stands at 3.4%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 61844 in Fithian, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 927 residents, a median household income of $83,523, and a median home value of $151,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.