| ZIP Code | 62690 |
|---|---|
| City | Virden |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Macoupin County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 650 ft |
| Latitude | 39.505643 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.766163 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17117 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.4 yrs ↓ 6% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.56 |
| Below Poverty | 10.2% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 26.2% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.9% ▲ 61% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 16 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,189 (45.7%) |
| Some College | 448 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 265 (10.2%) |
| Bachelors | 343 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 339 (13%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $82,644 ▲ 8% above avg ↑ 50% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $112,200 ▼ 60% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $785/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,716 |
| Vacant Units | 227 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,716 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 227 |
| Owner Occupied | 74.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 25.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.56 |
ZIP code 62690 is located in Virden, Illinois, within Macoupin County. With a population of 3,878, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.4 years. Economically, 62690 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $82,644 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62690 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $112,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $785 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 74.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 16% since 2019.
The population of 62690 is primarily White (98.45%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 10.2%. Household income has grown by 50% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62690 stands at 7.9%, which is significantly above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 75%.
Overall, ZIP code 62690 in Virden, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,878 residents, a median household income of $82,644, and a median home value of $112,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.