Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 9.6% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 37.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 19% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 126 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,293 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 822 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 777 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 893 (13.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,517 (23.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,768 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,712 ▼ 53% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $881/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 4,264 |
| Vacant Units | 321 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Stark County is located in Illinois and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 9,562 residents. With a median age of 45.5, it is a mature county.
Stark County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,767 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.8%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 9.6% is near the national average.
Housing in Stark County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $130,712 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $881. Homeownership rates are high at 81.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Stark County are primarily White (91.03%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 37.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Stark County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61421 | Bradford | 1,330 | $57,500 | $78,900 | $863 | 3.0% | 27.9% |
| 61449 | La Fayette | 303 | $50,125 | $58,400 | — | 0.0% | 22.4% |
| 61559 | Princeville | 3,726 | $82,500 | $171,500 | $1,089 | 10.3% | 43.5% |
| 61479 | Speer | 80 | $131,667 | $207,100 | — | 0.0% | 30.4% |
| 61483 | Toulon | 1,876 | $63,382 | $112,200 | $700 | 3.2% | 32.9% |
| 61491 | Wyoming | 2,170 | $61,406 | $119,300 | $693 | 3.4% | 38.1% |