| ZIP Code | 62701 |
|---|---|
| City | Springfield |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Sangamon County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 591 ft |
| Latitude | 39.800544 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.648894 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17167 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.8 yrs ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 1.32 |
| Below Poverty | 21.7% ▲ 117% above avg |
| College Grads | 48.2% ▲ 25% above avg |
| Unemployment | 4.6% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 179 (21%) |
| Some College | 121 (14.2%) |
| Associates | 142 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 91 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 321 (37.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $32,444 ▼ 57% below avg ↑ 42% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Rent | $667/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 832 |
| Vacant Units | 208 |
| Avg HH Size | 1.32 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 832 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 208 |
| Owner Occupied | 1.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 98.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 1.32 |
ZIP code 62701 is located in Springfield, Illinois, within Sangamon County. With a population of 1,211, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.8 years. Economically, 62701 is a lower-income ZIP code: the median household income of $32,444 is well below the national average.
Renters can expect to pay around $667 per month in median rent. This is predominantly a renter community, with 98.1% of occupied units rented — typical of urban and transitional neighborhoods.
The population of 62701 is majority White (51.53%). Residents are well-educated — 48.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.7%. Household income has grown by 42% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62701 stands at 4.6%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 61%.
Overall, ZIP code 62701 in Springfield, IL is characterized as lower-income, well-educated, and a relatively young community.