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Population & Demographics

ZIP Code 61866 has 13,459 residents and 5,515 households (average 2.41 persons per household). The median age is 36.6 years, slightly younger than the state (38.8) and slightly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 47.7% male and 52.3% female, which is slightly lower than the national male share (49.1%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (56.7%, lower than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (21.1%, much higher than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 16.9%, which is slightly 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:	13,459Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:	13,407Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:	14,763Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:	168.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:	$51,389Source: Census ACS

Households:	5,515Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:	$111,900Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:	2.41Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:	3.34Source: 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
Census ACS Population Estimate	--	14,141	14,184	14,113	14,195	14,216	14,270	14,281	14,296	14,163	13,863	13,631	13,442	13,407
Decennial Census	14,048	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	--	13,459	--	--	--

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: 36.6

Male Median Age: 35.1

Female Median Age: 38.1

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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	476	549	518	435	389	415	425	423	393	351	363	439	394	311	209	144	95	97
Female	475	475	513	419	413	420	510	486	448	418	364	458	454	354	299	177	165	185
Total	951	1,024	1,031	854	802	835	935	909	841	769	727	897	848	665	508	321	260	282

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

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Population by Race

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White:	7,629	53.31%
Black:	2,834	19.80%
Hispanic:*	2,272	15.88%
Asian:	150	1.05%
American Indian:	82	0.57%
Hawaiian:	10	0.07%
Other:	1,333	9.32%
Total:	14,310	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:	6,426	47.75%	35.1 years
Females:	7,033	52.25%	38.1 years
Total:	13,459	100%	36.6 years

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

Nativity & Citizenship

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Native, born in the United States:	11,939	89.05%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:	263	1.96%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:	510	3.80%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:	695	8.99%
Total Population:	13,407	100%
Total Native Population:	12,202	91.01%
Total Foreign-born Population:	1,205	8.99%

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 $51,389, which is considerably lower than the state median ($81,702), is up $14,064 (37.7%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $7,576. Family households earn a median of $62,791 versus $44,819 for nonfamily households (a difference of $17,972). By gender, male median income is $52,686 and female is $42,127, which is well under the state female median ($56,381), with a current gap of $10,559 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.9%, which is much lower than the state rate (65.1%). The unemployment rate is 3.6%, which is markedly below the state rate (5.8%). The largest occupation group is Production (27.3%).

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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)

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Income Type	2011	2012	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
Median Household Income	$37,325	$38,687	$38,704	$38,971	$39,806	$41,674	$44,954	$43,030	$43,813	$43,419	$45,445	$47,703	$51,389
Median Family Income	$49,411	$48,778	$46,912	$46,829	$47,632	$49,429	$53,480	$52,536	$49,841	$50,409	$49,608	$52,500	$62,791
Median NonFamily Income	$27,125	$26,234	$29,041	$27,486	$25,048	$28,208	$27,354	$27,332	$30,957	$35,396	$38,268	$40,436	$44,819
Median Male Income	$35,630	$37,229	$36,881	$37,500	$37,199	$37,167	$39,415	$42,704	$40,007	$40,772	$44,813	$48,158	$52,686
Median Female Income	$29,623	$29,187	$30,208	$30,674	$32,129	$34,055	$34,792	$35,407	$36,134	$35,029	$33,404	$37,445	$42,127

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income

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

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Employment Status

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Employed:	5,620	55.80%
Unemployed:	208	2.07%
Not In Labor Force:	4,243	42.13%
Total:	10,071	100%

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)

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Management, business, science, and arts:	1,079	19.20%
Service:	993	17.67%
Sales and Office:	1,316	23.42%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:	698	12.42%
Production, transportation, and material moving:	1,534	27.30%
Total Civilian Employed Population:	5,620	100%

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 $111,900, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $25,000 (28.77%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $20,000. The median gross rent is $892, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $258 (40.69%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $119. Of occupied housing, owners make up 51.43% (60.60% with a mortgage, 39.40% free-and-clear) and renters 48.57% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 13.09%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.11%).

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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)

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Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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
Median Home Value	$86,900	$86,400	$85,800	$88,600	$91,600	$95,800	$95,600	$90,600	$91,900	$95,400	$94,100	$105,200	$111,900

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid

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Less than $500:	110	4.15%
$500 to $999:	1,770	66.77%
$1,000 to $1,499:	705	26.59%
$1,500 to $1,999:	50	1.89%
$2,000 to $2,499:	0	0.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:	0	0.00%
$3,000 or more:	0	0.00%
No Rent:	16	0.60%
Total:	2,651	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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
Median Rent	$634	$642	$664	$675	$674	$688	$731	$765	$773	$785	$842	$883	$892

Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy

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Owner Occupied (with mortgage):	1,701	31.17%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):	1,106	20.26%
Renter Occupied:	2,651	48.57%
Total Occupied Housing Units:	5,458	100%

Occupied Housing Units:	5,458	86.91%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):	822	13.09%
Total Housing Units:	6,280	100%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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:	3,819	60.81%
Multi-Family Units:	2,059	32.79%
Other Units:	402	6.40%
Total Housing Units:	6,280	100%

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

Education, Health & Community

In 2023, 12.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (37.20%). High school or higher is 91.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 12.50%, which is markedly above the state rate (7.00%). Private coverage is 48.80%, which is generally lower than the state rate (69.70%). Public coverage is 49.90%, which is notably higher than the state rate (34.60%). The share of people in poverty is 13.70%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.20%), down 4.00 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.60 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (40.92%). College enrollment is 16.04%, 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 2011-2023 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:	295	3.52%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:	458	5.47%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):	3,579	42.72%
Some college, no degree:	2,288	27.31%
Associate's degree:	693	8.27%
Bachelor's degree:	598	7.14%
Graduate or professional degree:	466	5.56%
Total:	8,377	100%
High school or higher:	7,624	91.01%
Bachelor's degree or higher:	1,064	12.70%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 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:	6,480	43.89%
Public Insurance:	6,628	44.89%
No Insurance:	1,656	11.22%
Total:	14,764	100%
Has Health Insurance:	13,108	88.78%

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)

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Group	2011	2102	2013	2014	2015	2016	2017	2018	2019	2020	2021	2022	2023
% of People in Poverty	17.7%	20.8%	20.8%	21.3%	19.8%	17.9%	16.1%	16.6%	16.3%	15.6%	14.0%	15.4%	13.7%

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)

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Nursery School, Preschool:	240	7.15%
Kindergarten:	261	7.78%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):	1,373	40.92%
High school (grades 9-12):	943	28.11%
College or graduate school:	538	16.04%
Total:	3,355	100%
Early Childhood:	501	14.93%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):	2,577	76.81%

Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

City:	Rantoul, Illinois
County:	Champaign County
Timezone:	Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:	7:50:07 AM
Population:	13,459 [See All]
Area Codes:	217 / 447
Classification:	Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:	40.3120, -88.1557
Land Area:	80.024 sq mi
Quick Link:	https://www.zip-codes.com/zip-code/61866/zip-code-61866.asp

# Residential Mailboxes:	6,126Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:	326Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:	6,664Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:	3,842Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:	651Source: USPS

# of Businesses:	225Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:	$43,703,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:	$162,895,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:	4,096Source: CBP

CBSA Name:	Champaign-Urbana, ILSource: Census
CBSA Number:	16580Source: Census
CBSA Type:	MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:	--Source: Census
CBSA Population:	236,196Source: Census
MSA:	Champaign-Urbana, IL MSASource: Census
Land Area:	80.024 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:	0.106 sq miSource: Census

Congressional District:	02,15Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:	1080.67, 14695.67 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:	--Source: Census
Intro Date:	< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:	1762783Source: Census
Place Name:	Rantoul village; IllinoisSource: Census

ZIP Code 61866 in Rantoul, 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 (2011-2023)

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 61866

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 61866

Sources & References