| ZIP Code | 62684 |
|---|---|
| City | Sherman |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Sangamon County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 563 ft |
| Latitude | 39.909142 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.586759 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17167 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.7 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.71 |
| Below Poverty | 0.6% ▼ 94% below avg |
| College Grads | 55.9% ▲ 44% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.3% ▼ 53% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 13 (0.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 575 (16.3%) |
| Some College | 467 (13.3%) |
| Associates | 496 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 376 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,592 (45.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $142,155 ▲ 86% above avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $292,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,565/mo ↑ 68% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,981 |
| Vacant Units | 29 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,981 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 29 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.71 |
ZIP code 62684 is located in Sherman, Illinois, within Sangamon County. With a population of 5,422, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.7 years. Economically, 62684 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $142,155 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62684 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $292,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,565 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 62684 is primarily White (92.11%). Residents are well-educated — 55.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 0.6%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62684 stands at 2.3%, which is well below the national average. About 16% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 62684 in Sherman, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 5,422 residents, a median household income of $142,155, and a median home value of $292,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.