61401 ZIP Code
Galesburg, Illinois
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 61401 |
| City/Town: | Galesburg |
| County: | Knox |
| State: | Illinois |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 30,809 |
| Median Household Income: | $45,426 |
| Per Capita Income: | $29,734 |
| Total Housing Units: | 15,690 |
| Median Home Value: | $89,800 |
| Land Area: | 122.9 sq miles
318.3 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.5 sq miles
1.2 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 40.9452, -90.3866 |
Population Information (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 30,809 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 15,172 | 49.2% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 15,637 | 50.8% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 42.2 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 1,631 | 5.3% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 1,704 | 5.5% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,453 | 4.7% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,297 | 7.5% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 2,408 | 7.8% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 3,303 | 10.7% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,364 | 10.9% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,263 | 10.6% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,830 | 5.9% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,452 | 8.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 3,796 | 12.3% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 2,297 | 7.5% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 1,011 | 3.3% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $89,800 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $683 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 15,690 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 13,663 | 87.1% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,027 | 12.9% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 8,364 | 61.2% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 5,299 | 38.8% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 21,316 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 778 | 3.6% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,693 | 7.9% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 7,153 | 33.6% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 4,761 | 22.3% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,440 | 11.4% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,864 | 13.4% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,627 | 7.6% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 88.4% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 21.1% | 34.3% |
Income Information (61401 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $45,426 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $62,540 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $70,682 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $29,734 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 13,754 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 13,057 | 95.0% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 682 | 5.0% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 11,905 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 10,776 | 82.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,668 | 12.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 563 | 4.3% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 50 | 0.4% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 24,657 | 80.0% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 2,684 | 8.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 20 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 468 | 1.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 1,167 | 3.8% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,813 | 5.9% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 1,950 | 6.3% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 2,295 | 7.4% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 1,587 | 5.2% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 273 | 0.9% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 10 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 425 | 1.4% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (61401 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 1,208 | 8.8% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 1,039 | 7.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,934 | 14.2% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,239 | 9.1% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 2,195 | 16.1% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,069 | 15.1% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,472 | 10.8% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,627 | 11.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 582 | 4.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 298 | 2.2% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (61401 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 9,913 | 75.9% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,603 | 12.3% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 99 | 0.8% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 538 | 4.1% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 124 | 0.9% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 578 | 4.4% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 17.4 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (61401 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 311 | 2.4% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 640 | 4.9% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,192 | 9.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 341 | 2.6% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,986 | 15.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 1,003 | 7.7% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 161 | 1.2% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 360 | 2.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 433 | 3.3% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 4,166 | 31.9% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,494 | 11.4% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 610 | 4.7% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 360 | 2.8% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 19.5% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 28,331 | 92.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 19,168 | 62.2% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 14,253 | 46.3% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,825 | 5.9% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (61401 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 8,761 | 64.1% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 5,340 | 39.1% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 4,097 | 30.0% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 1,186 | 8.7% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 451 | 3.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,800 | 20.5% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (61401 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 10,992 | 70.1% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 203 | 1.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 677 | 4.3% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 613 | 3.9% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 746 | 4.8% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 669 | 4.3% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 1,026 | 6.5% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 764 | 4.9% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (61401 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 369 | 2.4% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 426 | 2.7% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 760 | 4.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 791 | 5.0% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,369 | 15.1% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,252 | 8.0% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 2,910 | 18.5% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 792 | 5.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 6,021 | 38.4% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (61401 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 529 | 3.4% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 2,209 | 14.1% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 4,674 | 29.8% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 5,901 | 37.6% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 2,003 | 12.8% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 374 | 2.4% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (61401 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 10,128 | 74.1% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 314 | 2.3% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 2,991 | 21.9% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 8 | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 37 | 0.3% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 110 | 0.8% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 75 | 0.5% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (61401 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,762 | 12.9% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 6,016 | 44.0% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,810 | 27.9% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,075 | 15.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (61401 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 1,093 | 13.1% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 3,795 | 45.4% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,543 | 18.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,002 | 12.0% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 521 | 6.2% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 297 | 3.6% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 94 | 1.1% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 19 | 0.2% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (61401 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,034 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $456 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $683 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.15 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.01 | 2.38 |
Households (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 13,663 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 5,074 | 37.1% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,516 | 11.1% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 3,194 | 23.4% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 4,433 | 32.4% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,834 | 20.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 5,227 | 38.3% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.10 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.88 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (61401 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 12,709 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 5,366 | 42.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 5,059 | 39.8% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 515 | 4.1% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,660 | 13.1% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 4,275 | 33.6% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (61401 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 7,027 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 410 | 5.8% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 390 | 5.6% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 2,520 | 35.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,208 | 17.2% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 2,499 | 35.6% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 25,071 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,941 | 7.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 30,156 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 5,283 | 17.5% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 134 | 2.5% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,709 | 51.3% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,440 | 46.2% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (61401 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 27,533 | 89.4% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 2,963 | 9.6% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,531 | 51.7% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,190 | 40.2% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 401 | 13.5% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 242 | 8.2% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (61401 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 29,373 | 95.3% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 300 | 1.0% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 1,436 | 478.7% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 1,436 | 478.7% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 1,436 | 478.7% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 107 | 35.7% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 409 | 136.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 22 | 7.3% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 492 | 164.0% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (61401 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 29,178 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 26,532 | 90.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 2,646 | 9.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 1,503 | 5.2% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 690 | 2.4% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 273 | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 180 | 0.6% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (61401 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 13,663 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 11,550 | 84.5% | 89.4% |
Galesburg, IL61401