| ZIP Code | 62522 |
|---|---|
| City | Decatur |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Macon County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 596 ft |
| Latitude | 39.827583 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.0478 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17115 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.8 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 23.6% ▲ 136% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.6% ▲ 136% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 144 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,391 (37.9%) |
| Some College | 1,197 (13.4%) |
| Associates | 1,350 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 609 (6.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,265 (25.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,689 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $108,300 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $783/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,215 |
| Vacant Units | 1,213 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,215 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,213 |
| Owner Occupied | 65.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 34.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 62522 is located in Decatur, Illinois, within Macon County. With a population of 14,984, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.8 years. Economically, 62522 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,689 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62522 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $108,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $783 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 65.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 28% since 2019.
The population of 62522 is majority White (62.39%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.6%. Household income has grown by 10% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62522 stands at 11.6%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 62522 in Decatur, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 14,984 residents, a median household income of $51,689, and a median home value of $108,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.