Nelson, IL ZIP Codes
2 ZIP codes serve Nelson, Illinois: 61021 and 61071. Together they are home to 35,889 residents in 14,648 households. That is more than the 125 people counted inside Nelson village limits, because these ZIP codes reach past its boundary. Median household income ranges from $60,508 in 61071 to $69,127 in 61021.
Nelson village limits (Census)
| Measure | Census figure |
|---|---|
| Residents | 125 |
| Households | 57 |
| Median household income | $39,250 |
| Median home value | $86,300 |
| Median age | 56.9 |
| Median rent | not published |
All 2 ZIP codes together
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| Residents (sum of ZIP codes) | 35,889 |
| Households (sum of ZIP codes) | 14,648 |
| Median household income, range across ZIP codes | $60,508 (61071) to $69,127 (61021) |
| Household-weighted average of ZIP medians (an approximation, not a true median) | $65,708 |
| Homeowners | 74.0% |
| Households with kids under 18 | 27.8% |
| Moved in the past year | 9.8% |
| Carrier routes in EDDM2GO's route library | not loaded yet |
Top facts
- Highest median household income in Nelson: 61021 ($69,127)
- Most residents: 61021 (22,308 people)
- Highest homeownership: 61071 (75.8% own their home)
- Most households with kids: 61071 (29.2% of households)
- Most new movers: 61021 (10.6% moved in last year)
- Youngest median age: 61071 (40.5 years)
- Highest median home value: 61021 ($148,500)
Every ZIP code in Nelson
| ZIP | Mailing city | Residents | Households | Median income | Home value | Homeowners | With kids | New movers | Carrier routes | Mailboxes | Why listed |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 61021 | Dixon | 22,308 | 8,838 | $69,127 | $148,500 | 72.8% | 26.8% | 10.6% | — | — | 0% of its land |
| 61071 | Rock Falls | 13,581 | 5,810 | $60,508 | $102,300 | 75.8% | 29.2% | 8.5% | — | — | 0% of its land |
A ZIP code is listed for Nelson when at least 10% of its land lies inside Nelson village limits, when it holds at least 10% of the place's land, or when its USPS mailing city is Nelson. The table shows which applies. Totals add up whole ZIP codes, so they include any parts outside Nelson.
Counties
- Lee County — 18 ZIP codes
- Whiteside County — 13 ZIP codes
Nearby cities sharing these ZIP codes
- Dixon — 1 ZIP code
- Rock Falls — 1 ZIP code
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Frequently asked questions
- What ZIP codes are in Nelson, IL?
- 61021 and 61071. A ZIP code is listed for Nelson when at least 10% of its land lies inside Nelson village limits, when it holds at least 10% of the place's land, or when its USPS mailing city is Nelson.
- What is the population of Nelson, IL?
- The Census Bureau counts 125 residents inside Nelson village limits (ACS 2020–2024). The 2 ZIP codes that serve Nelson hold 35,889 residents in all.
- What is the median household income in Nelson, IL?
- $39,250 inside Nelson village limits, per the Census Bureau. Across its ZIP codes the medians run from $60,508 to $69,127.
- Which Nelson ZIP code has the highest median household income?
- 61021, at $69,127, among ZIP codes with at least 1,000 residents.
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