61488 — Wataga, IL Home Values
Typical home value $143,607 as of August 2026 · 4th of 9 in Galesburg, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 61488, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 61488 compares in the Galesburg, IL area
ZIP code 61488 (Wataga, IL) has a typical home value of $143,607 as of August 2026, ranking 4th of 9 ZIP codes tracked in the Galesburg, IL area, more expensive than about 67% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +20.9% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +33.8%, from $107,338 in August 2021 to $143,607 in August 2026.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Galesburg, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Galesburg.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 61488 has a population of 1,230, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 90.3% White, 6.6% Hispanic or Latino, 1.9% two or more races, 0.9% Black or African American, and 0.2% Asian.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Silas Willard Elem School | 460 Fifer St, Galesburg, IL | 5.2 mi |
| Bright Futures Pre-K Prog | 932 Harrison St, Galesburg, IL | 5.2 mi |
| Galesburg Jr High School | 1135 W Fremont St, Galesburg, IL | 5.8 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 61488?
$143,607 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 61488 an expensive ZIP code in the Galesburg, IL area?
61488 ranks 4th of 9 ZIP codes in the Galesburg, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 67% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 61488 changed over the past year?
+20.9% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 61488?
1,230, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 61488?
Silas Willard Elem School (5.2 mi), Bright Futures Pre-K Prog (5.2 mi), Galesburg Jr High School (5.8 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 61488?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Galesburg, 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.