| ZIP Code | 62808 |
|---|---|
| City | Ashley |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 545 ft |
| Latitude | 38.30618 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.188699 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17189 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.84 |
| Below Poverty | 19.5% ▲ 95% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.5% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.2% ▼ 75% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 388 (33.7%) |
| Some College | 172 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 199 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 91 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 295 (25.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,071 ▼ 12% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $140,500 ▼ 50% below avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $649/mo ↓ 13% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 764 |
| Vacant Units | 123 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 764 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 123 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.84 |
ZIP code 62808 is located in Ashley, Illinois, within Washington County. With a population of 1,819, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.2 years. Economically, 62808 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,071 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62808 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $140,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $649 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 62808 is primarily White (95.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.5%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62808 stands at 1.2%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 62808 in Ashley, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,819 residents, a median household income of $67,071, and a median home value of $140,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.