| ZIP Code | 62565 |
|---|---|
| City | Shelbyville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Shelby County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 611 ft |
| Latitude | 39.416775 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.803851 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17173 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.0 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 10.3% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 33.3% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.7% ▼ 66% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 23 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,948 (37.9%) |
| Some College | 641 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 814 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 672 (13.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,040 (20.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,722 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $131,900 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $737/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,769 |
| Vacant Units | 497 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,769 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 497 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 62565 is located in Shelbyville, Illinois, within Shelby County. With a population of 7,422, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44 years. Economically, 62565 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,722 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62565 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $131,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $737 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 62565 is primarily White (97.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.3%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62565 stands at 1.7%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 62565 in Shelbyville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,422 residents, a median household income of $61,722, and a median home value of $131,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.