| ZIP Code | 62220 |
|---|---|
| City | Belleville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 453 ft |
| Latitude | 38.478277 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.998032 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs ↑ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 155 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,932 (22.4%) |
| Some College | 2,145 (16.4%) |
| Associates | 2,666 (20.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,402 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,780 (28.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,261 ▼ 14% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $141,300 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $976/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 8,784 |
| Vacant Units | 903 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 8,784 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 903 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 62220 is located in Belleville, Illinois, within St. Clair County. With a population of 19,391, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.5 years. Economically, 62220 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,261 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62220 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $141,300 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $976 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 35% since 2019.
The population of 62220 is majority White (67.12%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.0%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62220 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 62220 in Belleville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 19,391 residents, a median household income of $65,261, and a median home value of $141,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.