| ZIP Code | 62839 |
|---|---|
| City | Flora |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Clay County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 488 ft |
| Latitude | 38.660786 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.49381 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17025 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.23 |
| Below Poverty | 11.7% ▲ 17% above avg |
| College Grads | 42.7% ▲ 10% above avg |
| Unemployment | 5.2% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 69 (1.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,080 (27.3%) |
| Some College | 641 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 472 (12%) |
| Bachelors | 907 (23%) |
| Graduate Degree | 780 (19.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,241 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $90,800 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $727/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 2,960 |
| Vacant Units | 274 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 2,960 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 274 |
| Owner Occupied | 82.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.23 |
ZIP code 62839 is located in Flora, Illinois, within Clay County. With a population of 6,215, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 43.3 years. Economically, 62839 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,241 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62839 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $90,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $727 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 82.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 4% since 2019.
The population of 62839 is primarily White (93.53%). Residents are well-educated — 42.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.7%. Household income has grown by 11% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62839 stands at 5.2%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 90%.
Overall, ZIP code 62839 in Flora, IL is characterized as working-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 6,215 residents, a median household income of $54,241, and a median home value of $90,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.