| ZIP Code | 62831 |
|---|---|
| City | Du Bois |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 542 ft |
| Latitude | 38.23495 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.222731 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17189 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 48.7 yrs ↓ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.10 |
| Below Poverty | 5.8% ▼ 42% below avg |
| College Grads | 40.0% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 58% below avg |
| HS Graduate | 92 (37.6%) |
| Some College | 23 (9.4%) |
| Associates | 32 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 43 (17.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 55 (22.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $76,250 ≈ Avg ↑ 85% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $131,900 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 25% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 221 |
| Vacant Units | 57 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 221 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 57 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 6.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.10 |
ZIP code 62831 is located in Du Bois, Illinois, within Washington County. With a population of 345, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 48.7 years. Economically, 62831 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $76,250 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62831 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $131,900 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 25% since 2019.
The population of 62831 is primarily White (97.10%). Residents are moderately educated — 40.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.8%. Household income has grown by 85% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62831 stands at 2.1%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 89%.
Overall, ZIP code 62831 in Du Bois, IL is characterized as middle-income, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 345 residents, a median household income of $76,250, and a median home value of $131,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.