ZIP Code 61956, Illinois
ZIP Code 61956 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 61956 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Champaign County / Douglas County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,960. The land area covers 34.00 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,960 | ±174 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.7 yrs | ±4.6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,225 | ±100 | 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 | 1,339 | ±117 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,225 | ±100 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 114 | ±71 |
| Median Home Value | $143,000 | ±$14,846 |
| Median Gross Rent | $889 | ±$160 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,125 | ±$8,768 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,391 | ±$2,845 |
| Poverty Rate | 6% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 178 | ±67 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.9% | ±2.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,520 | ±131 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88% | ±3.1% |
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: 212,374 (2024)
ID: 162123
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
1776 E WASHINGTON ST, URBANA IL 61802-4578
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Arcola, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Arcola, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Savoy, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Tuscola, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Broadlands, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Homer, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Oakland, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Tuscola, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Oakland, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Hume, 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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University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
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College | 17.8 mi away | 601 E John Street, Champaign, IL, 61820-5711 |
2173331000
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CAMARGO TOWNSHIP DISTRICT LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 14 NORTH MAIN STREET, VILLA GROVE, IL, 61956 |
(217) 832-5211
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University of Illinois System Offices
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College | 18.0 mi away | 108 Henry Administration Building, 506 S Wright Street, Urbana, IL, 61801 |
2173331000
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NEWMAN REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 8.9 mi away | 207 SOUTH COFFIN STREET SUITE D, NEWMAN, IL, 61942 |
(217) 837-2412
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Tricoci University of Beauty Culture
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College Vocational | 18.3 mi away | 202 East University Avenue, Urbana, IL, 61801 |
6305283330
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TUSCOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 112 EAST SALE STREET, TUSCOLA, IL, 61953 |
(217) 253-3812
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Parkland College
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College | 20.6 mi away | 2400 W Bradley Ave, Champaign, IL, 61821-1899 |
2173512200
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PHILO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 115 EAST WASHINGTON STREET, PHILO, IL, 61864 |
(217) 684-2896
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TOLONO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 111 EAST MAIN STREET, TOLONO, IL, 61880 |
(217) 485-5558
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SIDNEY COMMUNITY LIBRARY
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Library | 11.9 mi away | 217 SOUTH DAVID STREET, SIDNEY, IL, 61877 |
(217) 688-2332
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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 TUSCOLA, IL US, located 9.4 miles from ZCTA5 61956. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.0° | 18.0° | 26.0° | 2.44" | 5.0" |
| February | 38.9° | 21.0° | 30.0° | 2.07" | 4.9" |
| March | 50.3° | 30.6° | 40.5° | 2.87" | 2.2" |
| April | 63.5° | 41.5° | 52.5° | 4.52" | 0.2" |
| May | 73.8° | 53.4° | 63.6° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.4° | 62.8° | 72.6° | 4.84" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.9° | 65.4° | 75.1° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.0° | 63.0° | 73.5° | 2.97" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.8° | 55.1° | 66.9° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.2° | 43.4° | 54.8° | 3.25" | 0.0" |
| November | 51.2° | 32.4° | 41.8° | 3.37" | 0.9" |
| December | 39.1° | 23.7° | 31.4° | 2.53" | 3.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Villa Grove city | City | 1.4 mi | — |
| Longview village | Village | 4.1 mi | — |
| Camargo village | Village | 4.4 mi | — |
| Broadlands village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
| Pesotum village | Village | 8.4 mi | — |
| Tuscola city | City | 8.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 61956. • 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.