| ZIP Code | 62357 |
|---|---|
| City | New Salem |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Pike County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 712 ft |
| Latitude | 39.68582 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.867067 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17149 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 33.2 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.32 |
| Below Poverty | 14.6% ▲ 46% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.8% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 21% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 33 (34%) |
| Some College | 19 (19.6%) |
| Associates | 18 (18.6%) |
| Bachelors | 5 (5.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 22 (22.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,375 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 141% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $131,700 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 56% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $700/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 84 |
| Vacant Units | 13 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 84 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 13 |
| Owner Occupied | 49.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 50.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.32 |
ZIP code 62357 is located in New Salem, Illinois, within Pike County. With a population of 165, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 33.2 years. Economically, 62357 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,375 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62357 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $131,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $700 per month in median rent. The area has a relatively balanced mix of owners (49.3%) and renters (50.7%). Median home values have increased by 56% since 2019.
The population of 62357 is primarily White (95.76%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.6%. Household income has grown by 141% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62357 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 68%.
Overall, ZIP code 62357 in New Salem, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, and a relatively young community. With 165 residents, a median household income of $59,375, and a median home value of $131,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.