| ZIP Code | 62812 |
|---|---|
| City | Benton |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 434 ft |
| Latitude | 38.006432 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.92252 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 14.3% ▲ 43% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.1% ▼ 36% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 96 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,113 (29.1%) |
| Some College | 1,280 (17.6%) |
| Associates | 1,371 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 961 (13.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,452 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,820 ▼ 28% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $100,900 ▼ 64% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $796/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,582 |
| Vacant Units | 786 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,582 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 786 |
| Owner Occupied | 71.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 28.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 62812 is located in Benton, Illinois, within Franklin County. With a population of 11,441, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.8 years. Economically, 62812 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,820 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62812 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $100,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $796 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 71.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 24% since 2019.
The population of 62812 is primarily White (92.24%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.3%. Household income has grown by 25% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62812 stands at 3.1%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 78%.
Overall, ZIP code 62812 in Benton, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,441 residents, a median household income of $54,820, and a median home value of $100,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.