| ZIP Code | 62221 |
|---|---|
| City | Belleville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 475 ft |
| Latitude | 38.509207 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.902224 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.6 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 9.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 48.0% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 186 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,758 (20.2%) |
| Some College | 2,899 (15.6%) |
| Associates | 2,820 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 2,169 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,755 (36.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,619 ≈ Avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $207,200 ▼ 26% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,078/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,460 |
| Vacant Units | 564 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,460 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 564 |
| Owner Occupied | 66.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 33.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 62221 is located in Belleville, Illinois, within St. Clair County. With a population of 29,281, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.6 years. Economically, 62221 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $78,619 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62221 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $207,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,078 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 66.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 62221 is majority White (56.25%). Residents are well-educated — 48.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 9.3%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62221 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 62221 in Belleville, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 29,281 residents, a median household income of $78,619, and a median home value of $207,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.