Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 10.8% ▲ 8% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.6% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.6% ▲ 55% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1,051 (3.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 9,884 (31.9%) |
| Some College | 4,403 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 5,168 (16.7%) |
| Bachelors | 2,844 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,600 (24.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $86,021 ▲ 13% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $197,254 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,102/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,545 |
| Vacant Units | 1,062 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Boone County is located in Illinois and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 51,084 residents. With a median age of 39.62, it is a middle-aged county.
Boone County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $86,021 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 7.6%, significantly above the national average. The poverty rate of 10.8% is near the national average.
Housing in Boone County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $197,254 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,102. Homeownership rates are high at 83.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Boone County are majority White (69.37%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 33.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Boone County, IL is a middle-income area in Illinois. The 5 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61008 | Belvidere | 33,697 | $75,833 | $185,200 | $953 | 6.8% | 31.1% |
| 61011 | Caledonia | 2,743 | $136,172 | $285,900 | $1,727 | 13.8% | 62.5% |
| 61012 | Capron | 2,322 | $98,750 | $168,800 | $800 | 21.3% | 30.6% |
| 61038 | Garden Prairie | 1,395 | $69,808 | $274,200 | — | 5.4% | 31.6% |
| 61065 | Poplar Grove | 10,927 | $104,216 | $208,400 | $1,469 | 5.9% | 34.7% |