| ZIP Code | 62339 |
|---|---|
| City | Golden |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Adams County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 705 ft |
| Latitude | 40.128504 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.0381 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17001 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.9 yrs ↓ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 46.7% ▲ 21% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 61% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 169 (26.2%) |
| Some College | 99 (15.4%) |
| Associates | 72 (11.2%) |
| Bachelors | 89 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 212 (32.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,077 ▼ 17% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $129,200 ▼ 54% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $713/mo ↑ 46% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 471 |
| Vacant Units | 33 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 471 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 33 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 62339 is located in Golden, Illinois, within Adams County. With a population of 1,004, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.9 years. Economically, 62339 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,077 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62339 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $129,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $713 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 62339 is primarily White (99.00%). Residents are well-educated — 46.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.3%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62339 stands at 1.9%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 92%.
Overall, ZIP code 62339 in Golden, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,004 residents, a median household income of $63,077, and a median home value of $129,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.