ZIP Code 61479 in Speer, IL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Speer, Illinois
Counties:Stark County[Primary]
Marshall County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:45:22 AM
Population:107 [See All]
Area Codes:309 / 861
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:41.0043, -89.6430
Land Area:11.349 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 61479 has 107 residents and 40 households (average 2.68 persons per household). The median age is 53.8 years, significantly older than the state (38.8) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.5% male and 50.5% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.0%). Largest groups are White (91.6%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (0.9%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.9%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:107Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:80Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:112Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:9.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$131,667Source: Census ACS
Households:40Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$207,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.68Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.92Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1211931822221972061076559105532480
Decennial Census165------------------107------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 53.8

Male Median Age: 51.5

Female Median Age: 54.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male531252115066074302
Female113106701262393612
Total64435881621283167914
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:9898.00%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*11.00%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:11.00%
Total:100100%
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:5349.53%51.5 years
Females:5450.47%54.5 years
Total:107100%53.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:80100.00%
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:80100%
Total Native Population:80100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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 2023, the Median household income is $131,667, which is markedly greater than the national median ($78,538), is up $64,292 (95.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $131,667. 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 well under the state female median ($56,381), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 14.5%, which is much lower than the state rate (65.1%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is far lower than the state rate (5.8%). The largest occupation group is Management (100.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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 Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$67,375$69,350$72,188$72,250$48,625$51,731$0$17,969$0$0$101,250$46,000$131,667
Median Family Income$67,375$69,350$72,188$77,639$0$72,813$50,781$0$0$11,957$111,250$0$0
Median NonFamily Income$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Median Male Income$43,889$43,750$29,205$77,833$0$0$0$100,250$0$0$0$0$0
Median Female Income$0$27,321$25,556$27,639$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:914.52%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:5385.48%
Total:62100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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:9100.00%
Service:00.00%
Sales and Office:00.00%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:00.00%
Production, transportation, and material moving:00.00%
Total Civilian Employed Population:9100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $207,100, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $49,100 (31.08%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $207,100. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,227), and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$158,000$165,300$159,400$162,500$0$0$56,600$84,100$0$87,200$195,800$220,000$207,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$0$1,643$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):1443.75%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1856.25%
Renter Occupied:00.00%
Total Occupied Housing Units:32100%

Occupied Housing Units:3261.54%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):2038.46%
Total Housing Units:52100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:52100.00%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:00.00%
Total Housing Units:52100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 30.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is on par with the state rate (37.20%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Private coverage is 93.80%, which is well above the national rate (67.30%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 70.60 percentage points. 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 (62.50%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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):3562.50%
Some college, no degree:47.14%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:814.29%
Graduate or professional degree:916.07%
Total:56100%
High school or higher:56100.00%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1730.36%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:7569.44%
Public Insurance:3330.56%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:108100%
Has Health Insurance:108100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%32.1%78.6%70.6%63.9%0.0%0.0%0.0%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 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):937.50%
High school (grades 9-12):1562.50%
College or graduate school:00.00%
Total:24100%
Early Childhood:00.00%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):24100.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 61479 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 3 business establishments, employing about 15 people with an annual payroll of $1,231,000. USPS data shows 42 residential mailboxes and 3 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:42Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:3Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:60Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:42Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:3Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$286,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,231,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:15Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 61479 is located in Stark County, Illinois, within the Peoria, IL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 37900) and Illinois's 16th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 365,773 people, about 0.03% of whom live in ZIP Code 61479. It covers 11.349 sq mi of land and a water area of 0 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Peoria, ILSource: Census
CBSA Number:37900Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:365,773Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:11.349 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:--Source: Census
Congressional District:16Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:7917.49 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


61480 | | 61478

Schools in ZIP Code 61479


We could not locate which school district 61479 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.

Stark County Elem Sch 300 W Van Buren St
Wyoming, IL 61491
District: Stark County Community Unit School District 100Nearby
Bradford Grade School 345 Silver St
Bradford, IL 61421
District: Bradford Community Unit School District 1Nearby
Bradford Jr High School 115 High St
Bradford, IL 61421
District: Bradford Community Unit School District 1Nearby
Stark County High School Po Box 419
Toulon, IL 61483
District: Stark County Community Unit School District 100Nearby
Stark County Junior High School Po Box 659
Toulon, IL 61483
District: Stark County Community Unit School District 100Nearby
St Edward School 1221 N 5th St
Chillicothe, IL 61523
District: Private SchoolNearby
Calvary Baptist Academy 1028 W Cloverdale Rd
Chillicothe, IL 61523
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Jude Catholic School 10911 N Knoxville Ave
Peoria, IL 61615
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 61479


Methodist College 7600 N. Academic Drive
Peoria, IL 61615
Type: Post Secondary
Tricoci University Of Beauty Culture-Peoria 602 W Glen Ave
Peoria, IL 61614
Type: Post Secondary
Saint Francis Medical Center College Of Nursing 511 Ne Greenleaf St
Peoria, IL 61603-3783
Type: Post Secondary
Bradley University 1501 W Bradley Ave
Peoria, IL 61625-0001
Type: Post Secondary
Illinois Central College 1 College Drive
East Peoria, IL 61635-0001
Type: Post Secondary
Oehrlein School Of Cosmetology 100 Meadow Avenue
East Peoria, IL 61611
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 October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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