| ZIP Code | 61920 |
|---|---|
| City | Charleston |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Coles County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 668 ft |
| Latitude | 39.511992 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.154169 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.6 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.05 |
| Below Poverty | 18.3% ▲ 83% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.3% ▲ 19% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 13% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 68 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,658 (24.3%) |
| Some College | 1,284 (11.7%) |
| Associates | 1,872 (17.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,181 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,888 (35.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,229 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $144,700 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $823/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 9,786 |
| Vacant Units | 1,161 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 9,786 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,161 |
| Owner Occupied | 53.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 46.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.05 |
ZIP code 61920 is located in Charleston, Illinois, within Coles County. With a population of 20,703, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.6 years. Economically, 61920 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,229 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61920 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $144,700 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $823 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (53.3%) and renters (46.7%). Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 61920 is primarily White (84.23%). Residents are well-educated — 46.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.3%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61920 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 61920 in Charleston, IL is characterized as working-class, well-educated, and a relatively young community. With 20,703 residents, a median household income of $54,229, and a median home value of $144,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.