| ZIP Code | 62284 |
|---|---|
| City | Smithboro |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Bond County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 559 ft |
| Latitude | 38.864144 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.310441 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17005 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 18.6% ▲ 86% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.2% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.0% ▲ 63% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 128 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 36 (10%) |
| Associates | 83 (23.1%) |
| Bachelors | 90 (25.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (6.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $50,208 ▼ 34% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $131,000 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 273 |
| Vacant Units | 10 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 273 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 10 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 62284 is located in Smithboro, Illinois, within Bond County. With a population of 629, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.7 years. Economically, 62284 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $50,208 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62284 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $131,000 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 87.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 62284 is primarily White (97.77%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.6%. Household income has grown by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62284 stands at 8.0%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 62284 in Smithboro, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 629 residents, a median household income of $50,208, and a median home value of $131,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.