| ZIP Code | 62223 |
|---|---|
| City | Belleville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | St. Clair County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 537 ft |
| Latitude | 38.535923 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.059477 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17163 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.0 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 45.1% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 79 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,718 (23.6%) |
| Some College | 1,866 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 1,674 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,354 (11.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,841 (33.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,620 ▼ 9% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $149,600 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,026/mo ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,804 |
| Vacant Units | 630 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,804 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 630 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 62223 is located in Belleville, Illinois, within St. Clair County. With a population of 16,269, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43 years. Economically, 62223 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,620 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62223 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $149,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,026 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.
The population of 62223 is majority White (61.87%). Residents are well-educated — 45.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.2%. Household income has grown by 14% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62223 stands at 6.8%, which is above the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 62223 in Belleville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,269 residents, a median household income of $69,620, and a median home value of $149,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.