ZIP Code 61283, Illinois
ZIP Code 61283 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 61283 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Bureau County / Henry County / Whiteside County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,269. The land area covers 83.56 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,269 | ±269 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.5 yrs | ±13.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 488 | ±78 | 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 | 600 | ±87 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 488 | ±78 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 112 | ±48 |
| Median Home Value | $122,300 | ±$19,048 |
| Median Gross Rent | $900 | ±$614 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,063 | ±$9,816 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,537 | ±$8,080 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% | ±5.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 125 | ±73 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.7% | ±2.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 474 | ±91 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 78.5% | ±8.9% |
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: 32,486 (2024)
ID: 162121
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: BUREAU COUNTY CLERK
700 SOUTH MAIN STREET, RM. 104, PRINCETON IL 61356
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Annawan, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Annawan, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Morrison, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Morrison, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Morrison, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Sterling, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Sterling, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Sterling, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Rock Falls, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Sterling, 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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Educators of Beauty College of Cosmetology-Sterling
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College Vocational | 14.5 mi away | 211 E Third St, Sterling, IL, 61081-3611 |
8156250247
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HENRY C. ADAMS MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 209 WEST THIRD STREET, PROPHETSTOWN, IL, 61277 |
(309) 714-2699
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Morrison Institute of Technology
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College | 16.9 mi away | 701 Portland Ave, Morrison, IL, 61270-2959 |
8157727218201
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WALNUT PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 101 HEATON STREET, WALNUT, IL, 61376 |
(815) 379-2159
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Sauk Valley Community College
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College | 18.5 mi away | 173 Illinois Rt 2, Dixon, IL, 61021-9112 |
8152885511
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ROCK FALLS PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.4 mi away | 1007 SEVENTH AVENUE, ROCK FALLS, IL, 61071 |
(815) 626-3958
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ANNAWAN-ALBA TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 200 NORTH MEADOW LANE, SUITE 2, ANNAWAN, IL, 61234 |
(309) 935-6483
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STERLING PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 102 WEST THIRD STREET, STERLING, IL, 61081 |
(815) 625-1370
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MINERAL-GOLD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 120 EAST MAIN STREET, MINERAL, IL, 61344 |
(309) 288-3971
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ERIE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 802 EIGHTH AVENUE, ERIE, IL, 61250 |
(309) 659-2707
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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 WALNUT, IL US, located 9.8 miles from ZCTA5 61283. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 29.3° | 12.9° | 21.1° | 1.52" | 12.7" |
| February | 33.9° | 17.0° | 25.4° | 1.73" | 8.4" |
| March | 46.9° | 28.0° | 37.5° | 2.22" | 4.7" |
| April | 60.5° | 38.6° | 49.5° | 3.35" | 0.6" |
| May | 71.7° | 50.6° | 61.1° | 4.63" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.6° | 60.3° | 70.5° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.3° | 63.4° | 73.4° | 3.94" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.5° | 61.1° | 71.3° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.0° | 52.9° | 64.4° | 3.40" | 0.0" |
| October | 63.2° | 41.0° | 52.1° | 2.97" | 0.2" |
| November | 47.7° | 29.7° | 38.7° | 2.33" | 2.0" |
| December | 35.0° | 19.1° | 27.1° | 1.99" | 7.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tampico village | Village | 2.8 mi | — |
| Deer Grove village | Village | 5.4 mi | — |
| New Bedford village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Hooppole village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
| Prophetstown city | City | 9.3 mi | — |
| Walnut village | Village | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 61283. • 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.