| ZIP Code | 62537 |
|---|---|
| City | Harristown |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Macon County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 629 ft |
| Latitude | 39.852606 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.09325 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17115 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 29.7 yrs ↓ 41% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 10.6% ▼ 73% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 93 (52%) |
| Some College | 22 (12.3%) |
| Associates | 45 (25.1%) |
| Bachelors | 2 (1.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 17 (9.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,000 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,500 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 102 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 102 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 89.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
ZIP code 62537 is located in Harristown, Illinois, within Macon County. With a population of 288, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 29.7 years. Economically, 62537 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,000 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62537 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $88,500 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 89.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 62537 is primarily White (95.14%). Residents are less-educated — 10.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is well below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.1%. Household income has grown by 27% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62537 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 62537 in Harristown, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 288 residents, a median household income of $61,000, and a median home value of $88,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.