| ZIP Code | 62626 |
|---|---|
| City | Carlinville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Macoupin County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 622 ft |
| Latitude | 39.28461 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.883614 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.0 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 17.7% ▲ 77% above avg |
| College Grads | 44.1% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.8% ▼ 63% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 59 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,498 (30.6%) |
| Some College | 659 (13.5%) |
| Associates | 518 (10.6%) |
| Bachelors | 755 (15.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,403 (28.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,440 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $132,700 ▼ 52% below avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $749/mo ↓ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 3,537 |
| Vacant Units | 480 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 3,537 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 480 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 62626 is located in Carlinville, Illinois, within Macoupin County. With a population of 7,911, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42 years. Economically, 62626 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,440 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62626 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $132,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $749 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 62626 is primarily White (91.33%). Residents are well-educated — 44.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 17.7%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62626 stands at 1.8%, 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 62626 in Carlinville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 7,911 residents, a median household income of $64,440, and a median home value of $132,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.