Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.1% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 224 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,159 (39.2%) |
| Some College | 2,744 (15%) |
| Associates | 2,827 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 2,047 (11.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,261 (17.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,519 ▼ 15% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $133,583 ▼ 52% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $820/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,308 |
| Vacant Units | 1,518 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Iroquois County is located in Illinois and encompasses 24 ZIP codes spanning 24 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 28,270 residents. With a median age of 43.96, it is a middle-aged county.
Iroquois County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,518 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.9%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.7% is above the national average.
Housing in Iroquois County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $133,583 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $819. Homeownership rates are high at 78.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Iroquois County are primarily White (87.84%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 29.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Iroquois County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 24 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60911 | Ashkum | 1,215 | $87,500 | $151,900 | $833 | 1.3% | 33.0% |
| 60912 | Beaverville | 524 | $51,667 | $86,300 | $726 | 10.6% | 15.4% |
| 60918 | Buckley | 633 | $54,100 | $97,900 | $843 | 1.7% | 22.4% |
| 60922 | Chebanse | 2,443 | $71,591 | $163,800 | $1,055 | 4.9% | 28.6% |
| 60924 | Cissna Park | 1,707 | $69,145 | $148,400 | $645 | 0.6% | 49.0% |
| 60926 | Claytonville | 53 | $43,750 | $45,800 | — | 18.4% | 4.7% |
| 60927 | Clifton | 2,239 | $92,689 | $194,100 | $875 | 1.4% | 32.2% |
| 60928 | Crescent City | 509 | $57,500 | $114,000 | $593 | 6.9% | 27.3% |
| 60930 | Danforth | 816 | $54,688 | $150,000 | $850 | 0.7% | 35.4% |
| 60931 | Donovan | 468 | $53,500 | $112,000 | $1,056 | 11.2% | 32.2% |
| 60938 | Gilman | 1,973 | $66,979 | $122,900 | $702 | 4.4% | 28.8% |
| 60945 | Iroquois | 202 | $54,250 | $95,000 | $850 | 6.6% | 9.0% |
| 60948 | Loda | 1,838 | $86,042 | $238,300 | $1,031 | 1.3% | 31.0% |
| 60951 | Martinton | 732 | $76,250 | $122,700 | $750 | 2.1% | 26.4% |
| 60953 | Milford | 2,141 | $55,662 | $98,500 | $720 | 2.9% | 32.2% |
| 60955 | Onarga | 1,981 | $72,188 | $105,300 | $748 | 7.3% | 29.9% |
| 60956 | Papineau | 109 | $64,000 | $86,700 | $720 | 13.9% | 22.4% |
| 60966 | Sheldon | 1,554 | $43,846 | $75,700 | $707 | 14.5% | 18.1% |
| 60968 | Thawville | 453 | $63,472 | $101,600 | $753 | 1.0% | 39.3% |
| 60970 | Watseka | 5,965 | $48,456 | $120,700 | $816 | 6.2% | 25.4% |
| 60973 | Wellington | 382 | $63,750 | $75,800 | $937 | 12.2% | 23.1% |
| 60974 | Woodland | 333 | $54,375 | $91,000 | $928 | 4.7% | 18.2% |