| ZIP Code | 62548 |
|---|---|
| City | Mount Pulaski |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Logan County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 619 ft |
| Latitude | 39.981254 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.283539 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17107 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.9 yrs ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 7.3% ▼ 27% below avg |
| College Grads | 27.9% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.2% ▼ 54% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 658 (44.9%) |
| Some College | 176 (12%) |
| Associates | 220 (15%) |
| Bachelors | 111 (7.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 297 (20.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,371 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $121,700 ▼ 56% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $771/mo ↑ 38% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 945 |
| Vacant Units | 39 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 945 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 39 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
ZIP code 62548 is located in Mount Pulaski, Illinois, within Logan County. With a population of 2,116, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.9 years. Economically, 62548 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $71,371 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62548 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $121,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $771 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 62548 is primarily White (96.69%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.3%.
The unemployment rate in 62548 stands at 2.2%, which is well below the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 62548 in Mount Pulaski, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,116 residents, a median household income of $71,371, and a median home value of $121,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.