| ZIP Code | 62655 |
|---|---|
| City | Kilbourne |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Mason County |
| Area Code | 309/861 |
| Elevation | 504 ft |
| Latitude | 40.169931 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.986537 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17125 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.5 yrs ↓ 33% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.82 |
| Below Poverty | 15.9% ▲ 59% above avg |
| College Grads | 34.9% ▼ 10% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.4% ▲ 71% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 124 (35.2%) |
| Some College | 58 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 43 (12.2%) |
| Bachelors | 100 (28.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 23 (6.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $51,458 ▼ 33% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $116,300 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $680/mo |
| Total Units | 272 |
| Vacant Units | 42 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 272 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 42 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.82 |
ZIP code 62655 is located in Kilbourne, Illinois, within Mason County. With a population of 648, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.5 years. Economically, 62655 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $51,458 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62655 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $116,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $680 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 62655 is primarily White (99.54%). Residents are moderately educated — 34.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 15.9%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62655 stands at 8.4%, which is significantly above 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 62655 in Kilbourne, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 648 residents, a median household income of $51,458, and a median home value of $116,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.