| ZIP Code | 62234 |
|---|---|
| City | Collinsville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Madison County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 552 ft |
| Latitude | 38.682181 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.980621 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.2 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.4% ▼ 11% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 408 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,255 (24.1%) |
| Some College | 4,026 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 3,464 (15.9%) |
| Bachelors | 2,594 (11.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,033 (27.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,437 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $162,000 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $995/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,947 |
| Vacant Units | 919 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,947 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 919 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 62234 is located in Collinsville, Illinois, within Madison County. With a population of 31,832, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.2 years. Economically, 62234 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,437 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62234 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $162,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $995 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 18% since 2019.
The population of 62234 is primarily White (73.09%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.9%. Household income has grown by 19% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62234 stands at 4.4%, which is near the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 76%.
Overall, ZIP code 62234 in Collinsville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 31,832 residents, a median household income of $66,437, and a median home value of $162,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.