| ZIP Code | 62271 |
|---|---|
| City | Okawville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 446 ft |
| Latitude | 38.440109 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.520464 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17189 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.8 yrs ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.41 |
| Below Poverty | 8.9% ▼ 11% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.8% ▲ 13% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 36 (3%) |
| HS Graduate | 325 (26.7%) |
| Some College | 204 (16.7%) |
| Associates | 119 (9.8%) |
| Bachelors | 158 (13%) |
| Graduate Degree | 376 (30.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,500 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $167,200 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $713/mo ↓ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 851 |
| Vacant Units | 97 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 851 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 97 |
| Owner Occupied | 81.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.41 |
ZIP code 62271 is located in Okawville, Illinois, within Washington County. With a population of 1,819, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 45.8 years. Economically, 62271 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,500 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62271 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $167,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $713 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 45% since 2019.
The population of 62271 is primarily White (95.88%). Residents are well-educated — 43.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.9%. Household income has grown by 18% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62271 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 62271 in Okawville, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,819 residents, a median household income of $82,500, and a median home value of $167,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.