| ZIP Code | 61914 |
|---|---|
| City | Bethany |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Moultrie County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 671 ft |
| Latitude | 39.630343 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.762449 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17139 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 11.9% ▲ 19% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.5% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 509 (43%) |
| Some College | 111 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 174 (14.7%) |
| Bachelors | 161 (13.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 223 (18.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,907 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $114,100 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $838/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 892 |
| Vacant Units | 70 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 892 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 70 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 61914 is located in Bethany, Illinois, within Moultrie County. With a population of 1,855, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 61914 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,907 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61914 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $114,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $838 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 61914 is primarily White (97.04%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.9%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61914 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 90%.
Overall, ZIP code 61914 in Bethany, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,855 residents, a median household income of $64,907, and a median home value of $114,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.