| ZIP Code | 62419 |
|---|---|
| City | Calhoun |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Richland County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 490 ft |
| Latitude | 38.626535 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.980115 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17159 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.7 yrs ↓ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 6.4% ▼ 36% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.5% ▲ 18% above avg |
| Unemployment | 8.6% ▲ 75% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 41 (19.2%) |
| Some College | 30 (14.1%) |
| Associates | 45 (21.1%) |
| Bachelors | 80 (37.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17 (8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,208 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 74% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $90,000 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 83% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 0.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 140 |
| Vacant Units | 29 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 140 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 29 |
| Owner Occupied | 88.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 11.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
ZIP code 62419 is located in Calhoun, Illinois, within Richland County. With a population of 313, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.7 years. Economically, 62419 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,208 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62419 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $90,000 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 88.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 83% since 2019.
The population of 62419 is primarily White (94.25%). Residents are well-educated — 45.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.4%. Household income has grown by 74% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62419 stands at 8.6%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 62419 in Calhoun, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 313 residents, a median household income of $95,208, and a median home value of $90,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.