ZIP Code 61027 in Eleroy, IL

Data Last Updated: March 1, 2026
City:Eleroy, Illinois
County:Stephenson County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:08:54 AM
Population:47 [See All]
Area Code:815
Classification:PO Box
Coordinates:42.3328, -89.7608
Land Area:0.504 sq mi
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61027 - Eleroy, IL

ZIP Code 61027, Eleroy

Small Town Unique ZIP
LocationStephenson County, IL
Area0 sq mi Single Point
Population47
Households23
PO Boxes16 (70% adoption)
Median Age27.3 years
ZIP CreatedBefore Oct 2004
Enclosed InZIP Code 61048
Key Facts
  • This PO Box ZIP serves 47 residents across 23 households in rural Stephenson County.
  • The post office maintains 16 PO Boxes alongside rural carrier delivery to local homes.
  • N Bridge Street is the only street with documented carrier delivery in this ZIP code.
  • About 70% of households use PO Boxes, suggesting balanced adoption of box service and street delivery.
  • The median age is 27.3 years, younger than typical rural Illinois communities.
  • Two rural carrier routes serve the area, typical for small unincorporated settlements.

Community Overview

Eleroy is a small Stephenson County settlement where 47 people live across 23 households. The post office maintains 16 PO Boxes serving the local area.

Postal Services

The community has rural carrier delivery along N Bridge Street, the primary residential route. Two rural routes and one general delivery route serve the area. With a PO Box adoption rate of 70%, the post office balances direct street delivery with box service for residents who prefer centralized mail pickup.

Street Name Patterns

Single Street Community Geographic Feature

The ZIP has minimal street infrastructure with only N Bridge Street documented for carrier delivery. The name references a historic bridge crossing, typical of small rural settlements developed around infrastructure landmarks.

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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 61027 has 47 residents and 23 households (average 2.04 persons per household). The median age is 27.3 years, significantly younger than the state (38.8) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 55.3% male and 44.7% female, which is higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (87.2%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Asian (4.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 4.3%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship

Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:47Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:33Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:0Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:93.3 people per sq mile
Average Income:$0Source: Census ACS
Households:23Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$666,666,666Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.04Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.08Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--00087887773841211024333
Decennial Census52------------------47--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 27.3

Male Median Age: 25.5

Female Median Age: 30.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male123515110100141000
Female213210404000310000
Total336725514100451000
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:4189.13%
Black:12.17%
Hispanic:*24.35%
Asian:24.35%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:00%
Total:46100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:2655.32%25.5 years
Females:2144.68%30.5 years
Total:47100%27.3 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:33100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:33100%
Total Native Population:33100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2024, the Median household income is $0, which is well under the national median ($80,734), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Family households earn a median of $0 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $0). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 69.2%, which is well above the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (61.1%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$56,290$61,333$0$0
Median Family Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:1869.23%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:830.77%
Total:26100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:1161.11%
Service:00.00%
Sales and Office:738.89%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:18100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00%
$500 to $999:00%
$1,000 to $1,499:00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00%
$3,000 or more:00%
No Rent:00%
Total:0100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):11100.00%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):00.00%
Renter Occupied:00.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:11100%

Occupied Housing Units:11100.00%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):00.00%
Total Housing Units:11100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:11100.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:11100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 100.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is high school (53.33%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

Explore More:Educational AttainmentHealth InsurancePoverty Over TimeSchool Enrollment

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:00.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):00.00%
Some college, no degree:00.00%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:1161.11%
Graduate or professional degree:738.89%
Total:18100%
High school or higher:18100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:18100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:33100.00%
Public Insurance:00.00%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:33100%
Has Health Insurance:33100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty0.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%-666,666,666.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:00.00%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):746.67%
High school (grades 9-12):853.33%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:15100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):15100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 61027 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 3 business establishments, employing about 19 people with an annual payroll of $901,000.

# Residential Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:0Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:116Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:3Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$185,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$901,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:19Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 61027 is located in Stephenson County, Illinois, within the Freeport, IL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 23300) and Illinois's 17th Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 47,711 people, about 0.10% of whom live in ZIP Code 61027. It covers 0.504 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Freeport, ILSource: Census
CBSA Number:23300Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:47,711Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:0.504 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:17Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6933.08 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:--Source: Census
Place Name:--Source: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


61028 | | 61025

Schools in ZIP Code 61027


We could not locate which school district 61027 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Lena-Winslow Elem School 401 Fremont St
Lena, IL 61048
District: Lena-Winslow Community Unit School District 202Nearby
Lena-Winslow Jr High School 517 Fremont St
Lena, IL 61048
District: Lena-Winslow Community Unit School District 202Nearby
Lena-Winslow High School 516 Fremont St
Lena, IL 61048
District: Lena-Winslow Community Unit School District 202Nearby
Jones-Farrar Intl Baccalaureate 1386 Kiwanis Dr
Freeport, IL 61032
District: Freeport School District 145Nearby
Pearl City High School 100 S Summit St
Pearl City, IL 61062
District: Pearl City Community Unit School District 200Nearby
Open Bible Learning Center 3800 W Stephenson St
Freeport, IL 61032
District: Private SchoolNearby
Aquin Elementary Junior Senior High School 1419 S Galena Ave
Freeport, IL 61032
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Victor School 1416 20th Ave
Monroe, WI 53566
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 61027


Columbia College - Freeport 2998 West Pearl City Road
Freeport, IL 61032-9341
Type: Post Secondary
Highland Community College 2998 W Pearl City Rd
Freeport, IL 61032-9341
Type: Post Secondary
Sauk Valley Community College 173 Illinois Rt 2
Dixon, IL 61021-9112
Type: Post Secondary
Educators Of Beauty College Of Cosmetology-Sterling 211 E Third St
Sterling, IL 61081-3611
Type: Post Secondary
Stautzenberger College-Rockford Career College 1130 South Alpine Road Suite 100
Rockford, IL 61108-3900
Type: Post Secondary
Rockford University 5050 E State St
Rockford, IL 61108-2311
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on March 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
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