61488 ZIP Code – Wataga, Illinois
Located in Wataga, Illinois, ZIP code 61488 is a small ZIP code within Knox County with a population of approximately 1,284 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $63,684, which is below the Illinois average and near the national figure. Median home values of $119,000 are well below the national average, with 80.7% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $569 is well below the national average. Housing consists of 90% single-family (decreasing), 9% duplex/multi-family.
The unemployment rate is 3.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.8% is below the U.S. average. An estimated 19.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average. Residents have a median age of 41.5, near the U.S. median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 61439, 61467, 61430.
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ZIP 61488 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 61488 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,284 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $63k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $119k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $569 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 41.5 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 19.3% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 61439 – Henderson
- 61467 – Oneida
- 61430 – East Galesburg
- 61472 – Rio
- 61401 – Galesburg
- 61402 – Galesburg
- 61448 – Knoxville
- 61466 – North Henderson
- 61414 – Altona
- 61490 – Woodhull
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61439 | HENDERSON | 250 | $55,500 |
| 61467 | ONEIDA | 1,244 | $80,875 |
| 61430 | EAST GALESBURG | 618 | $70,536 |
| 61472 | RIO | 387 | $66,528 |
| 61401 | GALESBURG | 30,809 | $45,426 |