61516 ZIP Code – Benson, Illinois
Located in Benson, Illinois, ZIP code 61516 is a small ZIP code within Woodford County with a population of approximately 754 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $84,875, which is near the Illinois average and above the national figure. The median home value of $122,500 is well below the national average, with 97.4% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , with median rent coming in at $925 — near the national figure. Housing consists of 97% single-family (decreasing).
The unemployment rate is 3.4%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 3.0% is well below the U.S. average. About 19.4% of residents have completed a four-year degree, below the national rate. The population has a median age of 38.7, near the national median. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 61561, 61760, 61369.
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ZIP 61516 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 61516 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 754 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $84k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $122k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $925 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 38.7 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 3.0% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 19.4% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 61561 – Roanoke
- 61760 – Minonk
- 61369 – Toluca
- 61738 – El Paso
- 61358 – Rutland
- 61541 – La Rose
- 61771 – Secor
- 61570 – Washburn
- 61321 – Dana
- 61545 – Lowpoint
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 61561 | ROANOKE | 2,500 | $72,143 |
| 61760 | MINONK | 2,257 | $58,192 |
| 61369 | TOLUCA | 1,393 | $58,984 |
| 61738 | EL PASO | 4,186 | $78,958 |
| 61358 | RUTLAND | 374 | $68,750 |