| ZIP Code | 62612 |
|---|---|
| City | Ashland |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cass County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 630 ft |
| Latitude | 39.896048 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.063158 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.9 yrs ↓ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 15.9% ▲ 59% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.8% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 46% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (4.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 356 (36.6%) |
| Some College | 140 (14.4%) |
| Associates | 92 (9.5%) |
| Bachelors | 146 (15%) |
| Graduate Degree | 192 (19.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,833 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $113,300 ▼ 59% below avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $590/mo ↓ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 786 |
| Vacant Units | 116 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 786 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 116 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 62612 is located in Ashland, Illinois, within Cass County. With a population of 1,490, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.9 years. Economically, 62612 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,833 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62612 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $113,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $590 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 7% since 2019.
The population of 62612 is primarily White (97.72%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.9%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62612 stands at 7.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 73%.
Overall, ZIP code 62612 in Ashland, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,490 residents, a median household income of $61,833, and a median home value of $113,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.