| ZIP Code | 62207 |
|---|---|
| City | East Saint Louis |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 411 ft |
| Latitude | 38.582893 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.125415 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 31.8% ▲ 218% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.1% ▼ 40% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.0% ▲ 43% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 47 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,559 (39.8%) |
| Some College | 769 (19.6%) |
| Associates | 638 (16.3%) |
| Bachelors | 395 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 510 (13%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $29,184 ▼ 62% below avg ↑ 44% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $54,400 ▼ 80% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $803/mo ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,395 |
| Vacant Units | 746 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,395 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 746 |
| Owner Occupied | 41.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 58.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
ZIP code 62207 is located in East Saint Louis, Illinois, within St. Clair County. With a population of 6,801, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.7 years. Economically, 62207 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $29,184 is well below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62207 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $54,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $803 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (41.8%) and renters (58.2%). Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 62207 is primarily Black (97.03%). Residents are less-educated — 23.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 31.8%. Household income has grown by 44% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62207 stands at 7.0%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 62207 in East Saint Louis, IL is characterized as lower-income, less-educated, and a relatively young community. With 6,801 residents, a median household income of $29,184, and a median home value of $54,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.