61281 ZIP Code – Sherrard, Illinois
61281 is a ZIP code serving Sherrard, Illinois in Mercer County with a population of approximately 2,553 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $82,262, which is near the Illinois average and near the national figure. The median home value of $200,300 is below the national average, with 92.4% owner-occupied housing (increasing). . Median rent is $750, which is below the U.S. average. Housing consists of 98% single-family (increasing).
Unemployment stands at 2.2%, which is well below the U.S. rate. An estimated 3.3% of the population falls below the poverty line, well below the national figure. An estimated 24.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. The population has a median age of 49.5, near the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 61276, 61263, 61465.
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ZIP 61281 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 61281 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,553 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $82k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $200k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $750 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 49.5 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.2% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 3.3% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.1% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 61276 – Preemption
- 61263 – Matherville
- 61465 – New Windsor
- 61468 – Ophiem
- 61273 – Orion
- 61264 – Milan
- 61486 – Viola
- 61262 – Lynn Center
- 61240 – Coal Valley
- 61413 – Alpha
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61276 | PREEMPTION | 77 | Not provided |
| 61263 | MATHERVILLE | 808 | $64,444 |
| 61465 | NEW WINDSOR | 1,250 | $55,958 |
| 61468 | OPHIEM | 190 | $63,571 |
| 61273 | ORION | 3,175 | $101,293 |