| ZIP Code | 62009 |
|---|---|
| City | Benld |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Macoupin County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 634 ft |
| Latitude | 39.093581 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.798129 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.9% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.5% ▲ 12% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (4%) |
| HS Graduate | 413 (38.1%) |
| Some College | 130 (12%) |
| Associates | 195 (18%) |
| Bachelors | 179 (16.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 123 (11.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $44,875 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $84,300 ▼ 70% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $823/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,004 |
| Vacant Units | 267 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,004 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 267 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 62009 is located in Benld, Illinois, within Macoupin County. With a population of 1,746, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 62009 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $44,875 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62009 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $84,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $823 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 62009 is primarily White (92.96%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.2%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62009 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 89%.
Overall, ZIP code 62009 in Benld, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,746 residents, a median household income of $44,875, and a median home value of $84,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.