| ZIP Code | 62422 |
|---|---|
| City | Cowden |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Shelby County |
| Area Code | 217/447/618/730 |
| Elevation | 566 ft |
| Latitude | 39.233282 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.888586 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17173 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.9 yrs ↓ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 17.4% ▲ 74% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.8% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 274 (44.6%) |
| Some College | 71 (11.5%) |
| Associates | 99 (16.1%) |
| Bachelors | 64 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 101 (16.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,759 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $123,700 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $765/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 431 |
| Vacant Units | 25 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 431 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 25 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
ZIP code 62422 is located in Cowden, Illinois, within Shelby County. With a population of 1,004, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.9 years. Economically, 62422 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,759 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62422 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $123,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $765 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 62422 is primarily White (96.02%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.4%. Household income has grown by 41% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62422 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 92%.
Overall, ZIP code 62422 in Cowden, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,004 residents, a median household income of $61,759, and a median home value of $123,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.