| ZIP Code | 62650 |
|---|---|
| City | Jacksonville |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Morgan County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 595 ft |
| Latitude | 39.738301 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.220141 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17137 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs ↑ 2% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.7% ▼ 11% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.4% ▲ 31% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 155 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,743 (36.5%) |
| Some College | 2,177 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 2,196 (14%) |
| Bachelors | 1,179 (7.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 4,272 (27.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,137 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,600 ▼ 49% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $705/mo ↓ 3% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 11,213 |
| Vacant Units | 1,411 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 11,213 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,411 |
| Owner Occupied | 67.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 32.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 62650 is located in Jacksonville, Illinois, within Morgan County. With a population of 24,318, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.3 years. Economically, 62650 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,137 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62650 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $142,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $705 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 67.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 62650 is primarily White (85.01%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.2%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62650 stands at 6.4%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 62650 in Jacksonville, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 24,318 residents, a median household income of $64,137, and a median home value of $142,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.