| ZIP Code | 62568 |
|---|---|
| City | Taylorville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Christian County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 619 ft |
| Latitude | 39.559732 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.287031 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17021 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.3 yrs ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 11.1% ▲ 11% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.1% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 145 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,466 (41.6%) |
| Some College | 1,408 (13.1%) |
| Associates | 1,383 (12.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,355 (12.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,982 (18.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,194 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $119,500 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $733/mo ↑ 9% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,997 |
| Vacant Units | 764 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,997 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 764 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 62568 is located in Taylorville, Illinois, within Christian County. With a population of 16,035, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.3 years. Economically, 62568 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,194 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62568 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $119,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $733 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 62568 is primarily White (90.66%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.1%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62568 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 62568 in Taylorville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 16,035 residents, a median household income of $57,194, and a median home value of $119,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.