ZIP Code 60956, Illinois
ZIP Code 60956 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 60956 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Iroquois County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 132. The land area covers 0.21 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 132 | ±39 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.7 yrs | ±21.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 50 | ±19 | 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 | 54 | ±20 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 50 | ±19 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 4 | ±8 |
| Median Home Value | $72,000 | ±$37,056 |
| Median Gross Rent | $775 | ±$110 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $51,250 | ±$32,516 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,494 | ±$6,485 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.1% | ±10.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 16 | ±15 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.3% | ±18.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 71 | ±27 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 94% | ±13% |
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 | PK-03 | Bourbonnais, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Ashkum, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Kankakee, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Bourbonnais, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Bradley, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Bradley, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Bradley, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bradley, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Clifton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Chebanse, 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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Kankakee Community College
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College | 11.4 mi away | 100 College Drive, Kankakee, IL, 60901 |
8158028100
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PEMBROKE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 13130 EAST CENTRAL STREET, PEMBROKE TOWNSHIP, IL, 60958 |
(815) 944-8609
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Olivet Nazarene University
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College | 15.4 mi away | One University Avenue, Bourbonnais, IL, 60914-2271 |
8159395011
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CENTRAL CITIZENS' LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.5 mi away | 1134 EAST 3100 NORTH ROAD, CLIFTON, IL, 60927 |
(815) 694-2800
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CLIFTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.6 mi away | 150 EAST FOURTH AVENUE, CLIFTON, IL, 60927 |
(815) 694-2069
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KANKAKEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 201 EAST MERCHANT STREET, KANKAKEE, IL, 60901 |
(815) 939-4564
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WATSEKA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 201 SOUTH 4TH STREET, WATSEKA, IL, 60970 |
(815) 432-4544
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MOROCCO COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 205 SOUTH WEST STREET, MOROCCO, IN, 47963 |
(219) 285-2664
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EDWARD CHIPMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.9 mi away | 126 NORTH LOCUST STREET, MOMENCE, IL, 60954 |
(815) 472-2581
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BRADLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 296 NORTH FULTON AVENUE, BRADLEY, IL, 60915 |
(815) 932-6245
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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 WATSEKA 2 NW, IL US, located 12.2 miles from ZCTA5 60956. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.7° | 15.5° | 24.1° | 2.07" | 5.4" |
| February | 37.4° | 18.4° | 27.9° | 1.98" | 4.7" |
| March | 49.6° | 28.5° | 39.1° | 2.42" | 1.6" |
| April | 62.3° | 38.3° | 50.3° | 3.65" | 0.3" |
| May | 73.5° | 50.2° | 61.8° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.1° | 59.8° | 70.9° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.8° | 62.7° | 73.7° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.2° | 60.0° | 71.6° | 3.50" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 52.2° | 65.4° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.9° | 41.3° | 53.6° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| November | 50.7° | 30.9° | 40.8° | 2.65" | 0.7" |
| December | 38.0° | 21.4° | 29.7° | 2.10" | 4.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Papineau village | Village | 0.0 mi | — |
| Beaverville village | Village | 3.4 mi | — |
| Martinton village | Village | 3.7 mi | — |
| St. Anne village | Village | 3.9 mi | — |
| Donovan village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
| Sammons Point village | Village | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 60956. • 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.