| ZIP Code | 61910 |
|---|---|
| City | Arcola |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Douglas County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 676 ft |
| Latitude | 39.671146 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.297107 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17041 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.13 |
| Below Poverty | 11.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.5% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 113 (5%) |
| HS Graduate | 782 (34.6%) |
| Some College | 338 (15%) |
| Associates | 247 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 303 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 477 (21.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $83,173 ▲ 9% above avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $147,500 ▼ 47% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $809/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,615 |
| Vacant Units | 83 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.13 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,615 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 83 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.13 |
ZIP code 61910 is located in Arcola, Illinois, within Douglas County. With a population of 4,910, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 36.4 years. Economically, 61910 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $83,173 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61910 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $147,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $809 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 61910 is majority White (68.90%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.2%. Household income has grown by 43% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61910 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.
Overall, ZIP code 61910 in Arcola, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,910 residents, a median household income of $83,173, and a median home value of $147,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.