61277 ZIP Code – Prophetstown, Illinois
ZIP code 61277 is a small ZIP code located in Prophetstown, Illinois, within Whiteside County with a population of approximately 2,978 residents. The median household income of $77,727 is near the Illinois average and near the national average. The median home value of $124,600 is well below the national average, with 76.5% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). . Median rent is $765, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 88% single-family (decreasing), 5% apartments (increasing), 7% duplex/multi-family.
At 5.4%, the unemployment rate is near the national figure. An estimated 7.6% of the population falls below the poverty line, well below the national figure. 15.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the U.S. average. The population has a median age of 45.4, near the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 61258, 61283, 61261.
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ZIP 61277 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 61277 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,978 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $77k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $124k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $765 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 45.4 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 5.4% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 15.9% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 61258 – Hooppole
- 61283 – Tampico
- 61261 – Lyndon
- 61250 – Erie
- 61251 – Fenton
- 61234 – Annawan
- 61346 – New Bedford
- 61243 – Deer Grove
- 61344 – Mineral
- 61071 – Rock Falls
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61258 | HOOPPOLE | 188 | $39,457 |
| 61283 | TAMPICO | 1,422 | $67,250 |
| 61261 | LYNDON | 644 | $50,441 |
| 61250 | ERIE | 2,713 | $81,141 |
| 61251 | FENTON | 382 | $73,125 |