| ZIP Code | 61938 |
|---|---|
| City | Mattoon |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Coles County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 704 ft |
| Latitude | 39.479932 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.37585 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17029 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 16.8% ▲ 68% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 8.3% ▲ 70% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 152 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,936 (29.9%) |
| Some College | 2,039 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 1,794 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 1,993 (15.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,233 (24.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,288 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $109,100 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $771/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 10,299 |
| Vacant Units | 969 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 10,299 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 969 |
| Owner Occupied | 61.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 38.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 61938 is located in Mattoon, Illinois, within Coles County. With a population of 20,440, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.2 years. Economically, 61938 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,288 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61938 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $109,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $771 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 61.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 61938 is primarily White (91.09%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.8%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61938 stands at 8.3%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 61938 in Mattoon, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 20,440 residents, a median household income of $54,288, and a median home value of $109,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.