| ZIP Code | 62661 |
|---|---|
| City | Loami |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Sangamon County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 640 ft |
| Latitude | 39.668004 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.826974 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17167 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.4 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 12.9% ▲ 29% above avg |
| College Grads | 49.0% ▲ 26% above avg |
| Unemployment | 1.1% ▼ 78% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 175 (24.6%) |
| Some College | 117 (16.5%) |
| Associates | 66 (9.3%) |
| Bachelors | 76 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 272 (38.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $68,487 ▼ 10% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $161,100 ▼ 42% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $960/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 558 |
| Vacant Units | 37 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 558 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 37 |
| Owner Occupied | 84.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 15.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 62661 is located in Loami, Illinois, within Sangamon County. With a population of 1,360, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.4 years. Economically, 62661 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $68,487 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62661 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $161,100 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $960 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 84.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 62661 is primarily White (92.72%). Residents are well-educated — 49.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.9%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62661 stands at 1.1%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 62661 in Loami, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,360 residents, a median household income of $68,487, and a median home value of $161,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.