61079 ZIP Code – Shirland, Illinois
61079 is a ZIP code serving Shirland, Illinois in Winnebago County with a population of approximately 213 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $44,034, which is well below the Illinois average and below the national figure. Homes in this ZIP code have a median value of $98,400, well below the national average, with 84.2% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $1,016 is near the national average. Housing consists of 90% single-family (decreasing), 10% duplex/multi-family.
The unemployment rate is 10.1%, well above the national average. The poverty rate of 8.2% is below the U.S. average. About 24.1% of residents have completed a four-year degree, near the national rate. The median age is 54.6, above the national median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 61072, 61024, 61101.
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ZIP 61079 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 61079 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 213 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $44k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $98k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $1,016 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 54.6 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.1% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 8.2% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.1% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 61072 – Rockton
- 61024 – Durand
- 61101 – Rockford
- 53511 – Beloit
- 61103 – Rockford
- 61019 – Davis
- 61115 – Machesney Park
- 61073 – Roscoe
- 61080 – South Beloit
- 61063 – Pecatonica
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61072 | ROCKTON | 11,077 | $108,681 |
| 61024 | DURAND | 2,524 | $73,861 |
| 61101 | ROCKFORD | 20,481 | $45,363 |
| 53511 | BELOIT | 48,749 | $61,825 |
| 61103 | ROCKFORD | 23,441 | $49,192 |