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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 61607 has 10,353 residents and 4,426 households (average 2.33 persons per household). The median age is 44.9 years, older than the state (38.8) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.1% male and 50.9% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.0%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (91.0%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (2.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.8%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.

2020 Population:	10,353Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:	10,600Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:	10,869Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	307.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$75,532Source: Census ACS

Households:	4,426Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$157,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.33Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	2.90Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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Group	2010	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	11,057	11,161	11,212	11,476	11,455	11,154	11,158	10,673	10,766	10,846	10,386	10,522	10,734	10,600
Decennial Census	10,941	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	10,353	--	--	--	--

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: 44.9

Male Median Age: 44

Female Median Age: 45.9

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Group	< 5	5-9	10-14	15-19	20-24	25-29	30-34	35-39	40-44	45-49	50-54	55-59	60-64	65-69	70-74	75-79	80-84	85+
Male	223	295	339	337	269	265	269	295	323	338	322	333	375	413	290	195	114	92
Female	265	281	289	303	255	309	242	304	326	351	386	365	403	385	328	200	137	137
Total	488	576	628	640	524	574	511	599	649	689	708	698	778	798	618	395	251	229

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

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Population by Race

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White:	9,418	93.77%
Black:	155	1.54%
Hispanic:*	287	2.86%
Asian:	65	0.65%
American Indian:	30	0.30%
Hawaiian:	2	0.02%
Other:	87	0.87%
Total:	10,044	100%

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.

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Gender Breakdown

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Gender	Count	%	Median Age
Males:	5,087	49.14%	44.0 years
Females:	5,266	50.86%	45.9 years
Total:	10,353	100%	44.9 years

Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	10,399	98.10%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	65	0.61%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	122	1.15%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	14	1.28%
Total Population:	10,600	100%
Total Native Population:	10,464	98.72%
Total Foreign-born Population:	136	1.28%

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 $75,532, which is generally lower than the national median ($80,734), is up $15,831 (26.5%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $14,333. Family households earn a median of $100,278 versus $45,107 for nonfamily households (a difference of $55,171). By gender, male median income is $74,046 and female is $55,007, which is closely matches the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $19,039 that has widened from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 62.4%, which is slightly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 2.0%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (39.7%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Household Income	$59,701	$57,584	$58,366	$57,334	$58,540	$56,860	$59,637	$62,516	$61,199	$64,389	$67,533	$73,442	$75,845	$75,532
Median Family Income	$69,050	$63,614	$69,909	$66,901	$65,218	$67,930	$71,316	$74,088	$74,410	$83,320	$84,669	$97,938	$102,448	$100,278
Median NonFamily Income	$34,447	$33,750	$31,446	$31,607	$32,202	$35,880	$40,410	$41,278	$43,856	$41,034	$43,233	$40,083	$48,559	$45,107
Median Male Income	$50,528	$50,310	$49,561	$50,877	$51,130	$48,983	$49,379	$49,082	$49,727	$52,050	$58,191	$62,982	$70,951	$74,046
Median Female Income	$35,547	$35,408	$35,590	$35,593	$35,323	$33,417	$35,589	$36,529	$38,192	$39,269	$44,208	$50,699	$53,421	$55,007

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	5,256	61.10%
Unemployed:	110	1.28%
Not In Labor Force:	3,236	37.62%
Total:	8,602	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	2,089	39.75%
Service:	774	14.73%
Sales and Office:	1,117	21.25%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	598	11.38%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	678	12.90%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	5,256	100%

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 $157,100, which is well under the national median ($332,700), is up $33,800 (27.41%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $27,100. The median gross rent is $1,108, which is far less than the national median ($1,413), is up $392 (54.75%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $241. Of occupied housing, owners make up 85.55% (53.36% with a mortgage, 46.64% free-and-clear) and renters 14.45% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 6.55%, which is markedly below the national rate (10.12%).

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

Median Home Value (Comparison)

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

Median Home Value Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Home Value	$123,300	$123,000	$122,800	$126,500	$128,600	$128,600	$128,700	$130,200	$130,000	$134,900	$134,700	$153,600	$155,200	$157,100

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	0	0.00%
$500 to $999:	225	33.99%
$1,000 to $1,499:	229	34.59%
$1,500 to $1,999:	88	13.29%
$2,000 to $2,499:	36	5.44%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	84	12.69%
Total:	662	100%

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

Median Gross Rent Over Time

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
Median Rent	$716	$716	$685	$747	$770	$834	$845	$881	$867	$886	$852	$921	$1,014	$1,108

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	2,091	45.65%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	1,828	39.90%
Renter Occupied:	662	14.45%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	4,581	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	4,581	93.45%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	321	6.55%
Total Housing Units:	4,902	100%

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

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

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Single-Family Units:	4,692	95.72%
Multi-Family Units:	190	3.88%
Other Units:	20	0.41%
Total Housing Units:	4,902	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2024, 25.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 96.10%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 2.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 4.60%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.80%), down 1.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.40 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (41.33%). College enrollment is 14.55%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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)

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Less than 9th grade:	41	0.53%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	262	3.39%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	3,005	38.83%
Some college, no degree:	1,803	23.30%
Associate's degree:	677	8.75%
Bachelor's degree:	1,319	17.05%
Graduate or professional degree:	631	8.15%
Total:	7,738	100%
High school or higher:	7,435	96.08%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	1,950	25.20%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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

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Private Insurance:	8,119	64.61%
Public Insurance:	4,170	33.18%
No Insurance:	277	2.20%
Total:	12,566	100%
Has Health Insurance:	12,289	97.80%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023	2024
% of People in Poverty	5.7%	7.6%	7.5%	8.7%	7.2%	5.8%	3.5%	3.7%	3.1%	4.3%	5.3%	3.9%	4.5%	4.6%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	167	8.21%
Kindergarten:	121	5.95%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	841	41.33%
High school (grades 9-12):	610	29.98%
College or graduate school:	296	14.55%
Total:	2,035	100%
Early Childhood:	288	14.15%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	1,572	77.25%

Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Peoria, Illinois
City Alias:	Bartonville
Names to Avoid:	Greater Peoria Airport, High Meadows, Hollis, Mardell Manor, Orchard Mines, Tuscarora
County:	Peoria County
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	8:13:13 AM
Population:	10,353 [See All]
Area Codes:	309 / 861
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	40.6222, -89.6739
Land Area:	33.645 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/61607/zip-code-61607.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	4,665Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	314Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	5,095Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	4,519Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	114Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	254Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$56,907,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$213,247,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	4,355Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Peoria, ILSource: Census
CBSA Number:	37900Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	379,186Source: Census
MSA:	Peoria-Pekin, IL MSASource: Census
Land Area:	33.645 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	1.089 sq miSource: 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:	1759000Source: Census
Place Name:	Peoria city; IllinoisSource: Census

ZIP Code 61607 in Peoria, IL

Population & Demographics

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)

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

Population by Race

Gender Breakdown

Nativity & Citizenship

Income & Employment

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

Average Household Income

Employment Status

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

Housing & Affordability

Median Home Value (Comparison)

Median Home Value Over Time

Gross Rent Paid

Median Gross Rent Over Time

Housing Occupancy

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

Education, Health & Community

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)

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

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

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)

Business & Employment Statistics

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes

Schools in ZIP Code 61607

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 61607

Sources & References