| ZIP Code | 61957 |
|---|---|
| City | Windsor |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Shelby County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 715 ft |
| Latitude | 39.441804 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.611557 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17173 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.9 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 8.2% ▼ 18% below avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 10% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 368 (29.2%) |
| Some College | 181 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 304 (24.1%) |
| Bachelors | 228 (18.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 176 (14%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,000 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $126,700 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 57% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $746/mo ↑ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 850 |
| Vacant Units | 90 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 850 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 90 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 61957 is located in Windsor, Illinois, within Shelby County. With a population of 1,784, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.9 years. Economically, 61957 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,000 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 61957 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $126,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $746 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 57% since 2019.
The population of 61957 is primarily White (97.14%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.2%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 61957 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 61957 in Windsor, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,784 residents, a median household income of $70,000, and a median home value of $126,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.