| ZIP Code | 62550 |
|---|---|
| City | Moweaqua |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Shelby County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 633 ft |
| Latitude | 39.617876 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.989628 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17173 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.4 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.62 |
| Below Poverty | 5.6% ▼ 44% below avg |
| College Grads | 34.8% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.6% ▼ 48% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 12 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 768 (40.3%) |
| Some College | 217 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 245 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 217 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 446 (23.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $75,521 ≈ Avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $134,300 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $864/mo ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,224 |
| Vacant Units | 70 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,224 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 70 |
| Owner Occupied | 76.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 23.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.62 |
ZIP code 62550 is located in Moweaqua, Illinois, within Shelby County. With a population of 3,070, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.4 years. Economically, 62550 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $75,521 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62550 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $134,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $864 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 76.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 31% since 2019.
The population of 62550 is primarily White (94.23%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.6%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62550 stands at 2.6%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 62550 in Moweaqua, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,070 residents, a median household income of $75,521, and a median home value of $134,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.