| ZIP Code | 62356 |
|---|---|
| City | New Canton |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Pike County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 555 ft |
| Latitude | 39.588873 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -91.07967 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17149 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 24.3 yrs ↓ 48% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.01 |
| Below Poverty | 8.1% ▼ 20% below avg |
| College Grads | 22.7% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 72% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 105 (37.9%) |
| Some College | 21 (7.6%) |
| Associates | 88 (31.8%) |
| Bachelors | 19 (6.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 44 (15.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,722 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $78,000 ▼ 72% below avg ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $525/mo ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 258 |
| Vacant Units | 64 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.01 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 258 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 64 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.01 |
ZIP code 62356 is located in New Canton, Illinois, within Pike County. With a population of 584, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 24.3 years. Economically, 62356 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,722 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62356 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $78,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $525 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 29% since 2019.
The population of 62356 is primarily White (98.46%). Residents are less-educated — 22.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.1%. Household income has grown by 50% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62356 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 62356 in New Canton, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 584 residents, a median household income of $59,722, and a median home value of $78,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.