ZIP Code 61442, Illinois
ZIP Code 61442 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 61442 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Henderson County / Mercer County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 504. The land area covers 28.59 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 504 | ±115 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.6 yrs | ±9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 274 | ±58 | 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 | 335 | ±73 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 274 | ±58 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 61 | ±40 |
| Median Home Value | $67,200 | ±$7,537 |
| Median Gross Rent | $607 | ±$217 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $48,750 | ±$19,611 |
| Per Capita Income | $45,702 | ±$14,401 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% | ±9.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 84 | ±51 |
| Unemployment Rate | 9.2% | ±8.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 216 | ±67 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 80.7% | ±23.7% |
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 HENDERSON
GUS Population: 6,048 (2024)
ID: 162138
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HENDERSON COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 308, OQUAWKA IL 61469-0308
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Aledo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Monmouth, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 02-03 | Monmouth, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Letts, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Letts, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mediapolis, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mediapolis, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Mediapolis, IA | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Joy, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Aledo, 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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Monmouth College
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College | 19.8 mi away | 700 E Broadway, Monmouth, IL, 61462-1998 |
3094572311
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EDWARDS RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 412 EAST MAIN STREET, ALEDO, IL, 61231 |
(309) 582-2032
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Southeastern Community College
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College | 23.8 mi away | 1500 West Agency Road, West Burlington, IA, 52655-0180 |
3197522731
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MEDIAPOLIS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 128 N ORCHARD ST, MEDIAPOLIS, IA, 52637 |
(319) 394-3895
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KECK MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 14.6 mi away | 119 N 2ND ST, WAPELLO, IA, 52653 |
(319) 523-5261
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MELLINGER MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 11 DIVISION ST, MORNING SUN, IA, 52640 |
(319) 868-7505
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HENDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 110 HILL CREST DRIVE, BIGGSVILLE, IL, 61418 |
(309) 627-2450
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HENDERSON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 17.8 mi away | 110 HILL CREST DRIVE, BIGGSVILLE, IL, 61418 |
(309) 627-2450
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KIRKWOOD BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 18.6 mi away | 134 SOUTH KIRK, KIRKWOOD, IL, 61447 |
(309) 768-2173
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VIOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 1701 SEVENTEENTH STREET, VIOLA, IL, 61486 |
(309) 596-2620
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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 NEW BOSTON DAM 17, IL US, located 9.3 miles from ZCTA5 61442. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.5° | 15.3° | 23.4° | 1.31" | — |
| February | 36.0° | 19.0° | 27.5° | 1.72" | — |
| March | 48.6° | 29.6° | 39.1° | 2.62" | — |
| April | 61.9° | 40.4° | 51.2° | 3.56" | — |
| May | 72.9° | 51.8° | 62.4° | 5.05" | — |
| June | 82.5° | 61.9° | 72.2° | 4.59" | — |
| July | 86.0° | 65.3° | 75.7° | 3.52" | — |
| August | 83.9° | 62.9° | 73.4° | 3.83" | — |
| September | 77.4° | 54.5° | 66.0° | 3.34" | — |
| October | 64.3° | 43.3° | 53.8° | 2.86" | — |
| November | 49.4° | 31.9° | 40.7° | 2.13" | — |
| December | 36.7° | 21.8° | 29.3° | 1.77" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Keithsburg city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| New Boston city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Oakville city | City | 6.2 mi | — |
| Seaton village | Village | 6.5 mi | — |
| Joy village | Village | 6.9 mi | — |
| Kingston CDP | CDP | 10.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 61442. • 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.