| ZIP Code | 62262 |
|---|---|
| City | Mulberry Grove |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Bond County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 549 ft |
| Latitude | 38.939413 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.263839 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.45 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.5% ▼ 37% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.5% ▼ 50% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 544 (45.9%) |
| Some College | 182 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 162 (13.7%) |
| Bachelors | 129 (10.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 161 (13.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,722 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,600 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,008/mo ↑ 78% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 919 |
| Vacant Units | 148 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 919 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 148 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.45 |
ZIP code 62262 is located in Mulberry Grove, Illinois, within Bond County. With a population of 1,887, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.2 years. Economically, 62262 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,722 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62262 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $121,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,008 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 62262 is primarily White (86.91%). Residents are less-educated — 24.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.7%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62262 stands at 2.5%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 62262 in Mulberry Grove, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,887 residents, a median household income of $58,722, and a median home value of $121,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.