| ZIP Code | 61924 |
|---|---|
| City | Chrisman |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Edgar County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 640 ft |
| Latitude | 39.786183 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.663252 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17045 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.58 |
| Below Poverty | 15.5% ▲ 55% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.7% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 489 (32.4%) |
| Some College | 232 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 225 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 225 (14.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 329 (21.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,375 ≈ Avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $115,700 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 40% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $754/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 938 |
| Vacant Units | 116 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 938 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 116 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.58 |
ZIP code 61924 is located in Chrisman, Illinois, within Edgar County. With a population of 2,286, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.4 years. Economically, 61924 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,375 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61924 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $115,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $754 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 40% since 2019.
The population of 61924 is primarily White (98.38%). Residents are moderately educated — 36.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.5%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61924 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 61924 in Chrisman, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,286 residents, a median household income of $73,375, and a median home value of $115,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.