| ZIP Code | 62035 |
|---|---|
| City | Godfrey |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Madison County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 545 ft |
| Latitude | 38.958664 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.242706 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.8 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.35 |
| Below Poverty | 6.2% ▼ 38% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.4% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 29 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,567 (22.4%) |
| Some College | 1,248 (10.9%) |
| Associates | 2,187 (19.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,661 (14.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,766 (32.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $91,696 ▲ 20% above avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
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| Median Home Value | $179,900 ▼ 35% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,158/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,145 |
| Vacant Units | 518 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,145 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 518 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.35 |
ZIP code 62035 is located in Godfrey, Illinois, within Madison County. With a population of 15,915, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 49.8 years. Economically, 62035 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $91,696 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62035 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $179,900 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,158 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 62035 is primarily White (87.97%). Residents are well-educated — 47.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62035 stands at 4.2%, which is near the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 62035 in Godfrey, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 15,915 residents, a median household income of $91,696, and a median home value of $179,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.