| ZIP Code | 61917 |
|---|---|
| City | Brocton |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Edgar County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 659 ft |
| Latitude | 39.717434 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.894093 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 55.8 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 7.5% ▼ 25% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.8% ▼ 15% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 46% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 11 (3.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 111 (37.1%) |
| Some College | 59 (19.7%) |
| Associates | 20 (6.7%) |
| Bachelors | 40 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 58 (19.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,500 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,600 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 199 |
| Vacant Units | 19 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 199 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 19 |
| Owner Occupied | 95.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 4.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 61917 is located in Brocton, Illinois, within Edgar County. With a population of 411, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 55.8 years. Economically, 61917 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,500 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61917 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $88,600 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 95.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 61917 is primarily White (98.78%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.5%. Household income has grown by 6% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61917 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 89%.
Overall, ZIP code 61917 in Brocton, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 411 residents, a median household income of $60,500, and a median home value of $88,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.