| ZIP Code | 62828 |
|---|---|
| City | Dahlgren |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Hamilton County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 389 ft |
| Latitude | 38.194532 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.601576 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17065 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.0 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.61 |
| Below Poverty | 8.3% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 48.0% ▲ 24% above avg |
| Unemployment | 14.8% ▲ 202% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 5 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 363 (37.7%) |
| Some College | 53 (5.5%) |
| Associates | 80 (8.3%) |
| Bachelors | 354 (36.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 109 (11.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,811 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $112,700 ▼ 60% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $439/mo ↓ 24% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 695 |
| Vacant Units | 67 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 695 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 67 |
| Owner Occupied | 80.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 19.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.61 |
ZIP code 62828 is located in Dahlgren, Illinois, within Hamilton County. With a population of 1,642, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39 years. Economically, 62828 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,811 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62828 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $112,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $439 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 80.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 62828 is primarily White (99.27%). Residents are well-educated — 48.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.3%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62828 stands at 14.8%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 62828 in Dahlgren, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,642 residents, a median household income of $64,811, and a median home value of $112,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.