| ZIP Code | 62672 |
|---|---|
| City | Nilwood |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Macoupin County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 611 ft |
| Latitude | 39.398009 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.804455 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17117 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 52.0 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.0% ▼ 20% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 30 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 21 (25%) |
| Associates | 7 (8.3%) |
| Bachelors | 16 (19%) |
| Graduate Degree | 10 (11.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,563 ▼ 39% below avg ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $44,400 ▼ 84% below avg ↓ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 105 |
| Vacant Units | 46 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 105 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 46 |
| Owner Occupied | 94.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 5.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 62672 is located in Nilwood, Illinois, within Macoupin County. With a population of 140, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 52 years. Economically, 62672 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $46,563 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62672 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $44,400 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 94.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 62672 is primarily White (97.86%). Residents are moderately educated — 31.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.6%. Household income has grown by 3% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62672 stands at 5.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 100%.
Overall, ZIP code 62672 in Nilwood, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 140 residents, a median household income of $46,563, and a median home value of $44,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.