ZIP Code 60942, Illinois
ZIP Code 60942 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 60942 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Iroquois County / Vermilion County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,657. The land area covers 115.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,657 | ±103 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs | ±6.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 2,247 | ±373 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 2,501 | ±324 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 2,247 | ±373 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 254 | ±175 |
| Median Home Value | $92,000 | ±$30,586 |
| Median Gross Rent | $893 | ±$136 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,083 | ±$26,687 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,686 | ±$6,611 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.4% | ±6.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 806 | ±380 |
| Unemployment Rate | 7.3% | ±4.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,792 | ±311 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.8% | ±9.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 26,067 (2024)
ID: 211997
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CHIEF DEPUTY
1001 E GRANT ST, WATSEKA IL 60970-1832
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Armstrong, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Armstrong, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bismarck, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Bismarck, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Bismarck, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Milford, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rossville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Cissna Park, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Cissna Park, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Cissna Park, IL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lakeview College of Nursing
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College | 22.7 mi away | 903 N Logan Ave, Danville, IL, 61832 |
2177090920
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HOOPESTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 0.2 mi away | 110 NORTH FOURTH STREET, HOOPESTON, IL, 60942 |
(217) 283-6711
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Danville Area Community College
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College | 23.7 mi away | 2000 E Main St, Danville, IL, 61832-5118 |
2174433222
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MILFORD DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 2 SOUTH GRANT AVENUE, MILFORD, IL, 60953 |
(815) 889-4722
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POTOMAC PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 110 EAST STATE STREET, VERMILION, IL, 61865 |
(217) 987-6457
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CISSNA PARK COMMUNITY LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 511 NORTH SECOND STREET, CISSNA PARK, IL, 60924 |
(815) 457-2452
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BOSWELL-GRANT TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 101 NORTH CLINTON STREET, BOSWELL, IN, 47921 |
(765) 869-5428
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WEST LEBANON-PIKE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.7 mi away | 200 NORTH HIGH STREET, WEST LEBANON, IN, 47991 |
(765) 893-4605
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EARL PARK-RICHLAND TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.8 mi away | 102 EAST FIFTH STREET, EARL PARK, IN, 47942 |
(219) 474-6932
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YORK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 8908 WEST 845 NORTH, EARL PARK, IN, 47942 |
(219) 474-5547
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at HOOPESTON, IL US, located 1.2 miles from ZCTA5 60942. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.5° | 18.3° | 25.9° | 2.12" | 6.5" |
| February | 38.3° | 21.7° | 30.0° | 1.96" | 5.2" |
| March | 50.4° | 30.9° | 40.7° | 2.82" | 2.2" |
| April | 63.9° | 41.3° | 52.6° | 3.95" | 0.4" |
| May | 74.3° | 52.5° | 63.4° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.7° | 61.7° | 72.2° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.8° | 64.5° | 74.7° | 4.59" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.4° | 62.5° | 72.9° | 3.96" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.6° | 55.2° | 66.9° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.6° | 44.4° | 55.0° | 3.43" | 0.1" |
| November | 50.4° | 33.2° | 41.8° | 2.91" | 0.6" |
| December | 38.1° | 23.9° | 31.0° | 2.12" | 5.3" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hoopeston city | City | 0.4 mi | — |
| Wellington village | Village | 5.2 mi | — |
| Rossville village | Village | 5.9 mi | — |
| East Lynn CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Ambia town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| Tab CDP | CDP | 10.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 60942. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.