| ZIP Code | 62711 |
|---|---|
| City | Springfield |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Sangamon County |
| Area Code | 217/447 |
| Elevation | 607 ft |
| Latitude | 39.766136 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.732756 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17167 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs ↓ 5% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.39 |
| Below Poverty | 3.1% ▼ 69% below avg |
| College Grads | 63.6% ▲ 64% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.4% ▼ 52% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 70 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,103 (16.4%) |
| Some College | 1,222 (9.5%) |
| Associates | 1,276 (9.9%) |
| Bachelors | 923 (7.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 7,252 (56.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $123,507 ▲ 62% above avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $299,400 ≈ Avg ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,272/mo ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,885 |
| Vacant Units | 334 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,885 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 334 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.39 |
ZIP code 62711 is located in Springfield, Illinois, within Sangamon County. With a population of 18,351, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.1 years. Economically, 62711 is a upper-middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $123,507 is significantly above the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62711 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $299,400 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,272 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 23% since 2019.
The population of 62711 is primarily White (81.69%). Residents are highly educated — 63.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is significantly above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 3.1%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62711 stands at 2.4%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 62711 in Springfield, IL is characterized as upper-middle-income, highly educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 18,351 residents, a median household income of $123,507, and a median home value of $299,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.