| ZIP Code | 62249 |
|---|---|
| City | Highland |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Madison County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 523 ft |
| Latitude | 38.755333 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.667323 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17119 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.1 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.3% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 44% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 97 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,712 (23.9%) |
| Some College | 1,299 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 1,757 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 1,432 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,053 (35.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $88,986 ▲ 17% above avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $220,000 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $779/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,317 |
| Vacant Units | 265 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,317 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 265 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 62249 is located in Highland, Illinois, within Madison County. With a population of 16,550, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.1 years. Economically, 62249 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $88,986 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62249 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $220,000 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $779 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 62249 is primarily White (89.51%). Residents are well-educated — 48.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62249 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 62249 in Highland, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,550 residents, a median household income of $88,986, and a median home value of $220,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.