| ZIP Code | 62694 |
|---|---|
| City | Winchester |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Scott County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 501 ft |
| Latitude | 39.62278 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -90.477118 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17171 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.6 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 11.4% ▲ 14% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.2% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.9% ▼ 40% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 876 (45.1%) |
| Some College | 171 (8.8%) |
| Associates | 211 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 179 (9.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 504 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,074 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $108,000 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 7% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $661/mo ↑ 32% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,438 |
| Vacant Units | 167 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,438 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 167 |
| Owner Occupied | 75.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 24.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 62694 is located in Winchester, Illinois, within Scott County. With a population of 2,944, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.6 years. Economically, 62694 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $65,074 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62694 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $108,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $661 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 75.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 7% since 2019.
The population of 62694 is primarily White (97.11%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.4%. Household income has grown by 16% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62694 stands at 2.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 62694 in Winchester, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,944 residents, a median household income of $65,074, and a median home value of $108,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.