| ZIP Code | 62649 |
|---|---|
| City | Hettick |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Macoupin County |
| Area Code | 217/447/618/730 |
| Elevation | 578 ft |
| Latitude | 39.357549 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.060042 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 50.9 yrs ↑ 47% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.52 |
| Below Poverty | 4.3% ▼ 57% below avg |
| College Grads | 21.1% ▼ 46% below avg |
| Unemployment | 10.4% ▲ 113% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 198 (64.3%) |
| Some College | 17 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 27 (8.8%) |
| Bachelors | 13 (4.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 52 (16.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,173 ▼ 24% below avg ↓ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $138,600 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $718/mo ↓ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 220 |
| Vacant Units | 55 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 220 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 55 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.52 |
ZIP code 62649 is located in Hettick, Illinois, within Macoupin County. With a population of 416, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 50.9 years. Economically, 62649 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,173 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62649 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $138,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $718 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 62649 is primarily White (98.32%). Residents are less-educated — 21.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.3%. Household income has declined by 7% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62649 stands at 10.4%, which is more than double the national average. About 22% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 74%.
Overall, ZIP code 62649 in Hettick, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 416 residents, a median household income of $58,173, and a median home value of $138,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.