ZIP Code 61603, Illinois
ZIP Code 61603 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 61603 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Peoria County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 15,356. The land area covers 4.22 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 15,356 | ±1,200 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 34.1 yrs | ±2.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,674 | ±464 | 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 | 8,088 | ±544 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,674 | ±464 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 1,414 | ±274 |
| Median Home Value | $77,500 | ±$6,269 |
| Median Gross Rent | $995 | ±$84 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $41,618 | ±$5,003 |
| Per Capita Income | $23,175 | ±$3,379 |
| Poverty Rate | 30.2% | ±7.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 4,561 | ±1,172 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.5% | ±5.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 6,254 | ±575 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.7% | ±2.5% |
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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GUS Population: 179,630 (2024)
ID: 162156
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CFO
324 MAIN ST, STE 502, PEORIA IL 61602-2305
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Peoria, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | East Peoria, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Dunlap, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Bartonville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Washington, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Pekin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Pekin, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Washington, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | East Peoria, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Washington, 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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Saint Francis Medical Center College of Nursing
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College | 1.0 mi away | 511 NE Greenleaf St, Peoria, IL, 61603-3783 |
3096552201
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MCCLURE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.3 mi away | 315 WEST MCCLURE AVENUE, PEORIA, IL, 61604 |
(309) 497-2700
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Bradley University
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College | 2.3 mi away | 1501 W BRADLEY AVE, Peoria, IL, 61625-0001 |
3096767611
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PEORIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 107 NORTHEAST MONROE STREET, PEORIA, IL, 61602 |
(309) 497-2000
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Illinois Central College
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College | 2.7 mi away | 1 College Drive, East Peoria, IL, 61635-0001 |
3096945422
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PEORIA PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 107 NORTHEAST MONROE STREET, PEORIA, IL, 61602 |
(309) 497-2140
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture-Peoria
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College Vocational | 2.9 mi away | 602 W Glen Ave, Peoria, IL, 61614 |
6305283330
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PEORIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.5 mi away | 816 EAST GLEN AVENUE, PEORIA HEIGHTS, IL, 61616 |
(309) 682-5578
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Oehrlein School of Cosmetology
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College Vocational | 3.2 mi away | 100 Meadow Avenue, East Peoria, IL, 61611 |
3096991561
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FONDULAC PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 2.8 mi away | 400 RICHLAND STREET, EAST PEORIA, IL, 61611 |
(309) 699-3917
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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 PEORIA GTR PEORIA AP, IL US, located 6.4 miles from ZCTA5 61603. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.6° | 17.6° | 25.6° | 2.06" | 7.7" |
| February | 38.7° | 21.4° | 30.0° | 1.99" | 6.9" |
| March | 51.2° | 31.6° | 41.4° | 2.69" | 3.3" |
| April | 63.7° | 42.1° | 52.9° | 3.99" | 0.5" |
| May | 74.2° | 52.8° | 63.5° | 4.69" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.2° | 62.4° | 72.8° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.3° | 66.3° | 76.3° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.6° | 64.4° | 74.5° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.4° | 56.3° | 67.4° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.4° | 44.4° | 54.9° | 3.17" | 0.1" |
| November | 50.8° | 33.0° | 41.9° | 2.70" | 1.5" |
| December | 38.5° | 23.2° | 30.9° | 2.21" | 6.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Peoria Heights village | Village | 2.6 mi | — |
| East Peoria city | City | 3.0 mi | — |
| West Peoria city | City | 3.5 mi | — |
| Peoria city | City | 3.6 mi | — |
| Creve Coeur village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Bellevue village | Village | 5.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 61603. • 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.