| ZIP Code | 62814 |
|---|---|
| City | Bluford |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 490 ft |
| Latitude | 38.378397 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.731915 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.2 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.50 |
| Below Poverty | 12.5% ▲ 25% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.4% ▼ 24% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.4% ▲ 11% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 7 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 376 (35.7%) |
| Some College | 165 (15.7%) |
| Associates | 195 (18.5%) |
| Bachelors | 147 (14%) |
| Graduate Degree | 162 (15.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,159 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $108,100 ▼ 61% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $748/mo ↑ 5% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 713 |
| Vacant Units | 23 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 713 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 23 |
| Owner Occupied | 85.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 14.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.50 |
ZIP code 62814 is located in Bluford, Illinois, within Jefferson County. With a population of 1,724, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.2 years. Economically, 62814 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $62,159 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62814 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $108,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $748 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 85.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 62814 is primarily White (92.29%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.5%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62814 stands at 5.4%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 62814 in Bluford, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,724 residents, a median household income of $62,159, and a median home value of $108,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.