| ZIP Code | 62297 |
|---|---|
| City | Walsh |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Randolph County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 505 ft |
| Latitude | 38.052121 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.806332 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17157 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 60.2 yrs ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.89 |
| Below Poverty | 17.8% ▲ 78% above avg |
| College Grads | 7.3% ▼ 81% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.2% ▲ 129% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 86 (37.1%) |
| Some College | 80 (34.5%) |
| Associates | 49 (21.1%) |
| Bachelors | 10 (4.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7 (3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $78,487 ≈ Avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $301,700 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,079/mo |
| Total Units | 175 |
| Vacant Units | 20 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 175 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 20 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.89 |
ZIP code 62297 is located in Walsh, Illinois, within Randolph County. With a population of 293, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 60.2 years. Economically, 62297 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $78,487 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62297 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $301,700 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,079 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 10% since 2019.
The population of 62297 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are less-educated — 7.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.8%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62297 stands at 11.2%, which is more than double the national average. A notably high share of workers — 27% — work from home, reflecting the professional makeup of the area. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 62297 in Walsh, IL is characterized as middle-income, less-educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 293 residents, a median household income of $78,487, and a median home value of $301,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.