ZIP Code 61081 — Sterling, IL

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Key Takeaway

ZIP code 61081 in Sterling, IL has a population of 20,844 with a median household income of $67,586 and a median home value of $123,400 . The cost of living index is 55.4 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
20,844
Median Age
43.30
Male
10,306
Female
10,538

Race & Ethnicity

White
77.4%
Black
2.4%
Hispanic
21.8%
Asian
0.9%
Native American
0.4%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
13.3%
Other
5.6%

Income

Median Household
$67,586
Mean Household
$88,298
Per Capita
$38,370
Below Poverty
12.2%

Housing

Median Home Value
$123,400
Median Rent
$870
Total Units
9,829
Occupied
8,884
Owner Occupied
72.8%
Renter Occupied
27.2%
Median Year Built
1959
Vacant
945

Education

High School or Higher 93.3%
Bachelor's or Higher 22.3%
Graduate Degree 8.9%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
10,658
Unemployment
4.1%
Drive Alone
79.2%
Public Transit
0.3%
Work from Home
4.8%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

55.4
National average = 100. Below average by 44.6%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 61081?

ZIP code 61081 (Sterling, IL) has a total population of 20,844 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 61081?

The median household income in ZIP code 61081 is $67,586 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 61081 in?

ZIP code 61081 is primarily located in Sterling, Illinois (IL).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 61081?

The median home value in ZIP code 61081 is $123,400, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 61081?

The median age in ZIP code 61081 is 43.30 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.