| ZIP Code | 61931 |
|---|---|
| City | Humboldt |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Coles County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 656 ft |
| Latitude | 39.586143 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.368055 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.8 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.80 |
| Below Poverty | 8.5% ▼ 15% below avg |
| College Grads | 23.4% ▼ 40% below avg |
| Unemployment | 13.0% ▲ 165% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 33 (4.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 300 (37.6%) |
| Some College | 169 (21.2%) |
| Associates | 109 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 76 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 111 (13.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,086 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $125,800 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $855/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 487 |
| Vacant Units | 13 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 487 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 13 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.80 |
ZIP code 61931 is located in Humboldt, Illinois, within Coles County. With a population of 1,328, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.8 years. Economically, 61931 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,086 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61931 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $125,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $855 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 61931 is primarily White (90.21%). Residents are less-educated — 23.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.5%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61931 stands at 13.0%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 71%.
Overall, ZIP code 61931 in Humboldt, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,328 residents, a median household income of $70,086, and a median home value of $125,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.