| ZIP Code | 62034 |
|---|---|
| City | Glen Carbon |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Madison County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 523 ft |
| Latitude | 38.754873 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.972216 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 5.3% ▼ 48% below avg |
| College Grads | 58.3% ▲ 50% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.8% ▼ 22% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 21 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,695 (17.5%) |
| Some College | 1,059 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 1,263 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 896 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,738 (49%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $93,366 ▲ 22% above avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $274,300 ≈ Avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,100/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,197 |
| Vacant Units | 132 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,197 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 132 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
ZIP code 62034 is located in Glen Carbon, Illinois, within Madison County. With a population of 14,519, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.8 years. Economically, 62034 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $93,366 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62034 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $274,300 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,100 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 62034 is primarily White (82.95%). Residents are well-educated — 58.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.3%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62034 stands at 3.8%, which is below the national average. About 19% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 62034 in Glen Carbon, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,519 residents, a median household income of $93,366, and a median home value of $274,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.