61920 ZIP Code
Charleston, Illinois
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 61920 |
| City/Town: | Charleston |
| County: | Coles |
| State: | Illinois |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 20,923 |
| Median Household Income: | $53,295 |
| Per Capita Income: | $24,387 |
| Total Housing Units: | 10,027 |
| Median Home Value: | $135,500 |
| Land Area: | 148.3 sq miles
384.2 sq km |
| Water Area: | 0.9 sq miles
2.3 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 39.5120, -88.1542 |
Population Information (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 20,923 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 10,326 | 49.4% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 10,597 | 50.6% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 31.3 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 821 | 3.9% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 786 | 3.8% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 799 | 3.8% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,119 | 10.1% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 4,121 | 19.7% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 2,790 | 13.3% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,065 | 9.9% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,918 | 9.2% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,138 | 5.4% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,237 | 5.9% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,667 | 8.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 959 | 4.6% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 503 | 2.4% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $135,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.5 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $821 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 10,027 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 8,739 | 87.2% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,288 | 12.8% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 4,713 | 53.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 4,026 | 46.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 12,277 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 321 | 2.6% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 520 | 4.2% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 3,342 | 27.2% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,725 | 22.2% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,133 | 9.2% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,364 | 19.3% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,872 | 15.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 93.1% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 34.5% | 34.3% |
Income Information (61920 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $53,295 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $75,524 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $67,394 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $24,387 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 12,122 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 11,325 | 93.9% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 739 | 6.1% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 6,275 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 8,714 | 76.9% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 2,096 | 18.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 505 | 4.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 10 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 18,343 | 87.7% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 1,320 | 6.3% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 5 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 324 | 1.5% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 246 | 1.2% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 685 | 3.3% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 366 | 1.7% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 735 | 3.5% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 450 | 2.2% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 79 | 0.4% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 206 | 1.0% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (61920 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 808 | 9.2% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 450 | 5.1% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 943 | 10.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 816 | 9.3% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 1,172 | 13.4% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,377 | 15.8% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 938 | 10.7% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,246 | 14.3% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 637 | 7.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 352 | 4.0% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (61920 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 7,878 | 69.6% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 882 | 7.8% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 27 | 0.2% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 1,059 | 9.4% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 170 | 1.5% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 902 | 8.0% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 16.3 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (61920 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 24 | 0.2% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 534 | 4.7% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,096 | 9.7% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 142 | 1.3% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,610 | 14.2% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 355 | 3.1% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 216 | 1.9% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 435 | 3.8% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 609 | 5.4% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,869 | 34.2% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,366 | 12.1% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 664 | 5.9% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 405 | 3.6% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 22.7% | 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 (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 19,294 | 92.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 14,081 | 67.3% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 7,715 | 36.9% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,309 | 6.3% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (61920 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 6,845 | 78.3% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,382 | 27.3% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,927 | 22.1% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 478 | 5.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 165 | 1.9% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 1,200 | 13.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (61920 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 5,900 | 58.8% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 378 | 3.8% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 580 | 5.8% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 458 | 4.6% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 728 | 7.3% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 653 | 6.5% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 938 | 9.4% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 392 | 3.9% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (61920 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 30 | 0.3% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 473 | 4.7% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 789 | 7.9% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,630 | 16.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 1,638 | 16.3% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 1,802 | 18.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 914 | 9.1% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 583 | 5.8% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 288 | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 1,880 | 18.7% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (61920 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 261 | 2.6% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,053 | 10.5% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 3,201 | 31.9% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 3,889 | 38.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,293 | 12.9% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 330 | 3.3% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (61920 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 3,911 | 44.8% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 474 | 5.4% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 4,207 | 48.1% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 68 | 0.8% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 8 | 0.1% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 71 | 0.8% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (61920 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 661 | 7.6% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 3,342 | 38.2% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,119 | 35.7% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,617 | 18.5% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (61920 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 380 | 8.1% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 1,139 | 24.2% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,182 | 25.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 861 | 18.3% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 585 | 12.4% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 474 | 10.1% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 75 | 1.6% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 17 | 0.4% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (61920 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,290 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $548 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $821 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.29 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.76 | 2.38 |
Households (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 8,739 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 3,542 | 40.5% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,056 | 12.1% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 2,072 | 23.7% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 2,226 | 25.5% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,763 | 20.2% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,332 | 26.7% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.04 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.57 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (61920 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 9,075 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 4,285 | 47.2% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 3,652 | 40.2% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 220 | 2.4% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 752 | 8.3% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 4,372 | 48.2% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (61920 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 7,215 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 194 | 2.7% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 80 | 1.1% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,269 | 17.6% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 639 | 8.9% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 5,033 | 69.8% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 18,010 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,147 | 6.4% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 20,603 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 3,421 | 16.6% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 80 | 2.3% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,157 | 63.1% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,184 | 34.6% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (61920 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 15,691 | 75.0% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 4,995 | 23.9% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,505 | 50.2% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 2,450 | 49.0% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 298 | 6.0% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 40 | 0.8% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (61920 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 20,237 | 96.7% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 152 | 0.7% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 686 | 451.3% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 686 | 451.3% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 686 | 451.3% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 92 | 60.5% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 44 | 28.9% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 236 | 155.3% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (61920 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 20,102 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 19,174 | 95.4% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 928 | 4.6% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 324 | 1.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 185 | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 211 | 1.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 208 | 1.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (61920 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 8,739 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 8,380 | 95.9% | 89.4% |
Charleston, IL61920