61081 — Sterling, IL Home Values
Typical home value $144,520 as of June 2026 · 8th of 11 in Sterling, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61081, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61081 compares in the Sterling, IL area
ZIP code 61081 (Sterling, IL) has a typical home value of $144,520 as of June 2026, ranking 8th of 11 ZIP codes tracked in the Sterling, IL area, more expensive than about 36% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +5.2% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +24.9%, from $115,717 in June 2021 to $144,520 in June 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Sterling, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Sterling.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61081 has a population of 20,916, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 71.8% White, 21% Hispanic or Latino, 4% two or more races, 1.9% Black or African American, 1.1% Asian, 0.1% Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander, and 0.1% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Bi-County Sp Ed-Transition Life S | 1900 W Le Fevre Rd, Sterling, IL | 3.4 mi |
| Washington Elem School | 815 W Le Fevre Rd, Sterling, IL | 3.8 mi |
| Bi-County-3-5 LIfe Skills-Merrill | 815 W Le Fevre Rd, Sterling, IL | 3.8 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 61081?
$144,520 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61081 an expensive ZIP code in the Sterling, IL area?
61081 ranks 8th of 11 ZIP codes in the Sterling, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 36% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61081 changed over the past year?
+5.2% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 61081?
20,916, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61081?
Bi-County Sp Ed-Transition Life S (3.4 mi), Washington Elem School (3.8 mi), Bi-County-3-5 LIfe Skills-Merrill (3.8 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 61081?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Sterling, IL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.