| ZIP Code | 62451 |
|---|---|
| City | Palestine |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Crawford County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 440 ft |
| Latitude | 38.971206 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.611114 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17033 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 8.8% ▼ 12% below avg |
| College Grads | 35.0% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 62% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 410 (29.6%) |
| Some College | 271 (19.6%) |
| Associates | 214 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 279 (20.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 206 (14.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,991 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $85,500 ▼ 69% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $743/mo ↑ 50% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 907 |
| Vacant Units | 70 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 907 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 70 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 62451 is located in Palestine, Illinois, within Crawford County. With a population of 1,955, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.4 years. Economically, 62451 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,991 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62451 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $85,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $743 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 62451 is primarily White (94.78%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.8%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62451 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 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 62451 in Palestine, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,955 residents, a median household income of $60,991, and a median home value of $85,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.