| ZIP Code | 62013 |
|---|---|
| City | Brussels |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Calhoun County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 420 ft |
| Latitude | 38.956374 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.57358 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17013 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.94 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.6% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 96 (39.2%) |
| Some College | 16 (6.5%) |
| Associates | 9 (3.7%) |
| Bachelors | 56 (22.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 63 (25.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,250 ≈ Avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $136,700 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 244 |
| Vacant Units | 104 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 244 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 104 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.94 |
ZIP code 62013 is located in Brussels, Illinois, within Calhoun County. With a population of 425, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 62013 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,250 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62013 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $136,700 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 78.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 62013 is primarily White (88.71%). Residents are well-educated — 48.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62013 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 91%.
Overall, ZIP code 62013 in Brussels, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 425 residents, a median household income of $71,250, and a median home value of $136,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.