ZIP Code 61073, Illinois
ZIP Code 61073 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 61073 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Boone County / Winnebago County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 20,194. The land area covers 27.94 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 20,194 | ±752 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.8 yrs | ±2.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 7,465 | ±365 | 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 | 7,587 | ±374 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 7,465 | ±365 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 122 | ±102 |
| Median Home Value | $239,100 | ±$8,899 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,441 | ±$98 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $102,064 | ±$6,750 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,255 | ±$3,021 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.9% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 992 | ±315 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.9% | ±2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 9,508 | ±544 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.5% | ±1.5% |
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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COUNTY OF BOONE
GUS Population: 53,313 (2024)
ID: 201613
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1212 LOGAN AVE, SUITE 102, BELVIDERE IL 61008-4033
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rockford, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Beloit, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Rockford, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rockford, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Rockford, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Beloit, WI | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Beloit, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Beloit, WI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Belvidere, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Belvidere, 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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First Class Cosmetology School
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College Vocational | 5.6 mi away | 306 State Street, Beloit, WI, 53511-0000 |
6083625216
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ROSCOE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 5562 CLAYTON CIRCLE, ROSCOE, IL, 61073 |
(815) 623-6266
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Beloit College
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College | 5.8 mi away | 700 College St, Beloit, WI, 53511-5595 |
6083632000
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TALCOTT FREE LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 101 EAST MAIN STREET, ROCKTON, IL, 61072 |
(815) 624-7511
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Saint Anthony College of Nursing
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College | 7.9 mi away | 3301 N. Mulford Road, Rockford, IL, 61114 |
8152827900
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SOUTH BELOIT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 630 BLACKHAWK BOULEVARD, SOUTH BELOIT, IL, 61080 |
(815) 389-2495
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Rock Valley College
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College | 8.1 mi away | 3301 N Mulford Rd, Rockford, IL, 61114-5699 |
8159217821
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BELOIT PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 605 ECLIPSE BLVD., BELOIT, WI, 53511 |
(608) 364-2908
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Rockford University
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College | 10.7 mi away | 5050 E State St, Rockford, IL, 61108-2311 |
8152264000
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NORTH SUBURBAN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 6340 NORTH SECOND STREET, LOVES PARK, IL, 61111 |
(815) 633-4247
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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 BELOIT, WI US, located 5.9 miles from ZCTA5 61073. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 25.1° | 10.7° | 17.9° | 1.60" | 9.8" |
| February | 29.4° | 13.9° | 21.6° | 1.52" | 7.3" |
| March | 41.5° | 23.8° | 32.7° | 2.13" | 4.3" |
| April | 54.8° | 34.4° | 44.6° | 3.72" | 1.1" |
| May | 66.5° | 45.7° | 56.1° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| June | 76.1° | 55.8° | 65.9° | 5.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 79.6° | 59.8° | 69.7° | 3.36" | 0.0" |
| August | 78.0° | 58.1° | 68.1° | 4.14" | 0.0" |
| September | 71.3° | 50.3° | 60.8° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| October | 58.3° | 38.7° | 48.5° | 2.77" | 0.2" |
| November | 43.2° | 27.4° | 35.3° | 2.40" | 2.7" |
| December | 30.5° | 17.0° | 23.8° | 1.96" | 10.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Roscoe village | Village | 0.8 mi | — |
| Rockton village | Village | 3.9 mi | — |
| Machesney Park village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
| South Beloit city | City | 4.6 mi | — |
| Argyle CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| Loves Park city | City | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 61073. • 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.