ZIP Code 61048, Illinois
ZIP Code 61048 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 61048 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jo Daviess County / Stephenson County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,786. The land area covers 81.78 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,786 | ±242 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.2 yrs | ±3.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,641 | ±110 | 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 | 1,768 | ±130 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,641 | ±110 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 127 | ±91 |
| Median Home Value | $166,600 | ±$18,483 |
| Median Gross Rent | $664 | ±$53 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $82,875 | ±$11,617 |
| Per Capita Income | $42,107 | ±$3,971 |
| Poverty Rate | 3% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 111 | ±59 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,909 | ±205 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84.7% | ±6% |
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: 21,528 (2024)
ID: 162141
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
330 N BENCH ST, ROOM 117, GALENA IL 61036-1828
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Monroe, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | South Wayne, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | South Wayne, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | South Wayne, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Freeport, IL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | Freeport, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Freeport, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Freeport, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Freeport, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Freeport, 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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Highland Community College
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College | 11.0 mi away | 2998 W Pearl City Rd, Freeport, IL, 61032-9341 |
8152356121
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LENA COMMUNITY DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 0.7 mi away | 300 WEST MASON STREET, LENA, IL, 61048 |
(815) 369-3180
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PEARL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 8.2 mi away | 221 SOUTH MAIN STREET, PEARL CITY, IL, 61062 |
(815) 443-2832
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STOCKTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.8 mi away | 140 WEST BENTON AVENUE, STOCKTON, IL, 61085 |
(815) 947-2030
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WARREN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 210 BURNETT AVENUE, WARREN, IL, 61087 |
(815) 745-2076
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FREEPORT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 100 EAST DOUGLAS STREET, FREEPORT, IL, 61032 |
(815) 233-3000
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GRATIOT ANNEX LIBRARY BRANCH
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 5630 MAIN ST., GRATIOT, WI, 53541 |
(608) 922-3803
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MONROE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.3 mi away | 925 16TH AVE., MONROE, WI, 53566 |
(608) 328-7010
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LANARK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 111-B SOUTH BROAD STREET, LANARK, IL, 61046 |
(815) 493-2166
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ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.0 mi away | 210 EAST MYRTLE STREET, ELIZABETH, IL, 61028 |
(815) 858-2212
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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 STOCKTON 3 NNE, IL US, located 7.7 miles from ZCTA5 61048. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 27.8° | 12.1° | 20.0° | 1.17" | 10.7" |
| February | 32.1° | 15.8° | 24.0° | 1.52" | 8.1" |
| March | 45.1° | 26.8° | 35.9° | 2.20" | 4.9" |
| April | 58.9° | 37.0° | 48.0° | 3.93" | 1.3" |
| May | 70.8° | 48.9° | 59.9° | 4.13" | 0.1" |
| June | 79.3° | 58.7° | 69.0° | 5.72" | 0.0" |
| July | 81.7° | 61.3° | 71.5° | 4.50" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.0° | 59.1° | 69.6° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.2° | 51.2° | 62.7° | 4.22" | 0.0" |
| October | 61.5° | 40.2° | 50.8° | 3.10" | 0.5" |
| November | 45.8° | 28.9° | 37.4° | 2.32" | 2.1" |
| December | 33.0° | 18.1° | 25.5° | 1.69" | 8.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lena village | Village | 1.0 mi | — |
| Nora village | Village | 7.4 mi | — |
| Winslow village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| Pearl City village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
| Stockton village | Village | 8.5 mi | — |
| Cedarville village | Village | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 61048. • 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.