| ZIP Code | 62618 |
|---|---|
| City | Beardstown |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Cass County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 436 ft |
| Latitude | 40.008731 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.397255 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17017 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.3 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.69 |
| Below Poverty | 12.6% ▲ 26% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.7% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 325 (7.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,826 (42.7%) |
| Some College | 555 (13%) |
| Associates | 510 (11.9%) |
| Bachelors | 223 (5.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 833 (19.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,694 ▼ 18% below avg ↑ 39% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $86,400 ▼ 69% below avg ↑ 14% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $766/mo ↑ 31% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,917 |
| Vacant Units | 208 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,917 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 208 |
| Owner Occupied | 68.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 31.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.69 |
ZIP code 62618 is located in Beardstown, Illinois, within Cass County. With a population of 7,391, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.3 years. Economically, 62618 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,694 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62618 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $86,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $766 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 68.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 14% since 2019.
The population of 62618 is majority White (55.22%). Residents are less-educated — 24.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.6%. Household income has grown by 39% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62618 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 62618 in Beardstown, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,391 residents, a median household income of $62,694, and a median home value of $86,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.