| ZIP Code | 62206 |
|---|---|
| City | East Saint Louis |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 410 ft |
| Latitude | 38.56793 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.16933 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.3 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.66 |
| Below Poverty | 28.7% ▲ 187% above avg |
| College Grads | 19.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 144 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,442 (47.6%) |
| Some College | 1,337 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 896 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 626 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 782 (10.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $39,520 ▼ 48% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $57,700 ▼ 79% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,021/mo ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,586 |
| Vacant Units | 1,728 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,586 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,728 |
| Owner Occupied | 57.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 42.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.66 |
ZIP code 62206 is located in East Saint Louis, Illinois, within St. Clair County. With a population of 13,155, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.3 years. Economically, 62206 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $39,520 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62206 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $57,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,021 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (57.6%) and renters (42.4%). Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 62206 is majority Black (59.09%). Residents are less-educated — 19.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 28.7%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62206 stands at 6.7%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 70%.
Overall, ZIP code 62206 in East Saint Louis, IL is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 13,155 residents, a median household income of $39,520, and a median home value of $57,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.