| ZIP Code | 62685 |
|---|---|
| City | Shipman |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Macoupin County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 613 ft |
| Latitude | 39.139898 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.991836 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.3 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.76 |
| Below Poverty | 18.9% ▲ 89% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 57% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 330 (33.4%) |
| Some College | 183 (18.5%) |
| Associates | 80 (8.1%) |
| Bachelors | 164 (16.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 225 (22.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,750 ▼ 16% below avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $116,900 ▼ 58% below avg ↓ 8% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 731 |
| Vacant Units | 134 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 731 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 134 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.76 |
ZIP code 62685 is located in Shipman, Illinois, within Macoupin County. With a population of 1,648, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.3 years. Economically, 62685 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $63,750 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62685 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $116,900 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 86.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 8% since 2019.
The population of 62685 is primarily White (84.22%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 18.9%. Household income has grown by 7% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62685 stands at 2.1%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 91%.
Overall, ZIP code 62685 in Shipman, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,648 residents, a median household income of $63,750, and a median home value of $116,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.