61260 ZIP Code – Joy, Illinois
61260 is a ZIP code serving Joy, Illinois in Mercer County with a population of approximately 595 residents. The median household income is $45,556 — below the Illinois average and below the national average. The median home value of $99,200 is well below the national average, with 73.9% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , and the median rent of $589 is well below the national average. Housing consists of 94% single-family (decreasing).
At 3.9%, the unemployment rate is below the national figure. The poverty rate is 12.4%, near the national average. About 7.6% of residents have completed a four-year degree, well below the national rate. Residents have a median age of 39.9, near the U.S. median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 61272, 61237, 61231.
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ZIP 61260 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 61260 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 595 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $45k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $99k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $589 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 39.9 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 12.4% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 7.6% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 61272 – New Boston
- 61237 – Buffalo Prairie
- 61231 – Aledo
- 61442 – Keithsburg
- 61279 – Reynolds
- 61259 – Illinois City
- 61476 – Seaton
- 61284 – Taylor Ridge
- 52646 – Oakville
- 52749 – Fruitland
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61272 | NEW BOSTON | 1,357 | $57,083 |
| 61237 | BUFFALO PRAIRIE | Not provided | Not provided |
| 61231 | ALEDO | 5,158 | $59,551 |
| 61442 | KEITHSBURG | 678 | $62,788 |
| 61279 | REYNOLDS | 944 | $80,139 |