| ZIP Code | 62689 |
|---|---|
| City | Thayer |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Sangamon County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 632 ft |
| Latitude | 39.534044 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.765721 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17167 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 3.8% ▼ 62% below avg |
| College Grads | 26.9% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.0% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 150 (41.7%) |
| Some College | 57 (15.8%) |
| Associates | 52 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 36 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 61 (16.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,583 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $85,800 ▼ 69% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $880/mo ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 292 |
| Vacant Units | 31 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 292 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 31 |
| Owner Occupied | 92.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
ZIP code 62689 is located in Thayer, Illinois, within Sangamon County. With a population of 627, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.6 years. Economically, 62689 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,583 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62689 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $85,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $880 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 92.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 62689 is primarily White (96.01%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.8%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62689 stands at 4.0%, which is below the national average. About 18% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 72%.
Overall, ZIP code 62689 in Thayer, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 627 residents, a median household income of $59,583, and a median home value of $85,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.