| ZIP Code | 62613 |
|---|---|
| City | Athens |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Menard County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 610 ft |
| Latitude | 39.98262 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.665216 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17129 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.1 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.43 |
| Below Poverty | 6.8% ▼ 32% below avg |
| College Grads | 45.0% ▲ 16% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 30% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 573 (25.2%) |
| Some College | 353 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 325 (14.3%) |
| Bachelors | 274 (12%) |
| Graduate Degree | 749 (32.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $95,591 ▲ 25% above avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $189,200 ▼ 32% below avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $911/mo ↑ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,579 |
| Vacant Units | 75 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,579 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 75 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.43 |
ZIP code 62613 is located in Athens, Illinois, within Menard County. With a population of 3,659, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.1 years. Economically, 62613 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $95,591 is above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62613 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $189,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $911 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 7% since 2019.
The population of 62613 is primarily White (93.55%). Residents are well-educated — 45.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.8%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62613 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 62613 in Athens, IL is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,659 residents, a median household income of $95,591, and a median home value of $189,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.