| ZIP Code | 62326 |
|---|---|
| City | Colchester |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | McDonough County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 614 ft |
| Latitude | 40.422789 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.813562 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17109 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 8.7% ▼ 13% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.0% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 548 (37.3%) |
| Some College | 126 (8.6%) |
| Associates | 149 (10.1%) |
| Bachelors | 202 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 445 (30.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,048 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $116,400 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $654/mo |
| Total Units | 1,072 |
| Vacant Units | 107 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,072 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 107 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 62326 is located in Colchester, Illinois, within McDonough County. With a population of 2,317, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.2 years. Economically, 62326 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,048 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62326 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $116,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $654 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 62326 is primarily White (97.24%). Residents are well-educated — 44.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.7%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62326 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 62326 in Colchester, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,317 residents, a median household income of $65,048, and a median home value of $116,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.