| ZIP Code | 62832 |
|---|---|
| City | Du Quoin |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Perry County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 461 ft |
| Latitude | 38.00859 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.252759 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17145 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.33 |
| Below Poverty | 20.2% ▲ 102% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.9% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.7% ▲ 57% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 49 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,614 (28.4%) |
| Some College | 1,291 (22.7%) |
| Associates | 1,205 (21.2%) |
| Bachelors | 762 (13.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 769 (13.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,324 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $94,600 ▼ 66% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $716/mo ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 4,256 |
| Vacant Units | 553 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 4,256 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 553 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.33 |
ZIP code 62832 is located in Du Quoin, Illinois, within Perry County. With a population of 8,903, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.5 years. Economically, 62832 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,324 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62832 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $94,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $716 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 62832 is primarily White (88.77%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 20.2%. Household income has grown by 20% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62832 stands at 7.7%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 62832 in Du Quoin, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 8,903 residents, a median household income of $57,324, and a median home value of $94,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.