| ZIP Code | 62555 |
|---|---|
| City | Owaneco |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Christian County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 629 ft |
| Latitude | 39.46298 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.210466 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs ↓ 18% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 3.04 |
| Below Poverty | 7.7% ▼ 23% below avg |
| College Grads | 23.0% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.9% ▼ 60% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 513 (48.9%) |
| Some College | 205 (19.5%) |
| Associates | 84 (8%) |
| Bachelors | 91 (8.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 150 (14.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $73,438 ≈ Avg ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,500 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $689/mo ↑ 8% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 541 |
| Vacant Units | 4 |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 541 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 4 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 3.04 |
ZIP code 62555 is located in Owaneco, Illinois, within Christian County. With a population of 1,632, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.6 years. Economically, 62555 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $73,438 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62555 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $143,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $689 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 62555 is primarily White (99.75%). Residents are less-educated — 23.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 7.7%. Household income has declined by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62555 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 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 62555 in Owaneco, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,632 residents, a median household income of $73,438, and a median home value of $143,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.