| ZIP Code | 62311 |
|---|---|
| City | Augusta |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Hancock County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 672 ft |
| Latitude | 40.222576 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.935227 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17067 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 15.9% ▲ 59% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 196 (36.9%) |
| Some College | 64 (12.1%) |
| Associates | 99 (18.6%) |
| Bachelors | 42 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 130 (24.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $42,156 ▼ 45% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $102,300 ▼ 63% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 489 |
| Vacant Units | 86 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 489 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 86 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 62311 is located in Augusta, Illinois, within Hancock County. With a population of 893, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.1 years. Economically, 62311 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $42,156 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62311 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $102,300 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 79.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 62311 is primarily White (93.28%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.9%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62311 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 62311 in Augusta, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 893 residents, a median household income of $42,156, and a median home value of $102,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.