| ZIP Code | 62312 |
|---|---|
| City | Barry |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Pike County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 699 ft |
| Latitude | 39.70732 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.024165 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17149 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.9 yrs ↓ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.86 |
| Below Poverty | 13.1% ▲ 31% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.2% ▼ 35% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 14 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 487 (43.4%) |
| Some College | 194 (17.3%) |
| Associates | 145 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 114 (10.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 169 (15%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,221 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $96,400 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $566/mo ↑ 2% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 776 |
| Vacant Units | 142 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 776 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 142 |
| Owner Occupied | 73.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 26.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.86 |
ZIP code 62312 is located in Barry, Illinois, within Pike County. With a population of 1,878, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.9 years. Economically, 62312 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,221 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62312 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $96,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $566 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 73.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 62312 is primarily White (96.38%). Residents are moderately educated — 25.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.1%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62312 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 62312 in Barry, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,878 residents, a median household income of $66,221, and a median home value of $96,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.