| ZIP Code | 62301 |
|---|---|
| City | Quincy |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Adams County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 612 ft |
| Latitude | 39.931155 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.388714 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.14 |
| Below Poverty | 17.2% ▲ 72% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.1% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 88 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,239 (36.6%) |
| Some College | 2,782 (14%) |
| Associates | 2,944 (14.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,745 (8.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,003 (25.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,212 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,200 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $805/mo ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 15,295 |
| Vacant Units | 1,440 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 15,295 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,440 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.14 |
ZIP code 62301 is located in Quincy, Illinois, within Adams County. With a population of 30,987, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39 years. Economically, 62301 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $52,212 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62301 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $124,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $805 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 62301 is primarily White (84.19%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.2%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62301 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 62301 in Quincy, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 30,987 residents, a median household income of $52,212, and a median home value of $124,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.