| ZIP Code | 62830 |
|---|---|
| City | Dix |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Jefferson County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 538 ft |
| Latitude | 38.443409 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.967632 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.0 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 13.2% ▲ 32% above avg |
| College Grads | 38.6% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.7% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 1 (0.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 292 (33.3%) |
| Some College | 150 (17.1%) |
| Associates | 96 (10.9%) |
| Bachelors | 205 (23.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 134 (15.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,296 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $137,300 ▼ 51% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $475/mo ↑ 48% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 653 |
| Vacant Units | 57 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 653 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 57 |
| Owner Occupied | 78.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 21.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 62830 is located in Dix, Illinois, within Jefferson County. With a population of 1,369, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41 years. Economically, 62830 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,296 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62830 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $137,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $475 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 78.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 62830 is primarily White (91.82%). Residents are moderately educated — 38.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.2%. Household income has grown by 47% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62830 stands at 4.7%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 87%.
Overall, ZIP code 62830 in Dix, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,369 residents, a median household income of $61,296, and a median home value of $137,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.