| ZIP Code | 62848 |
|---|---|
| City | Irvington |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Washington County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 543 ft |
| Latitude | 38.434045 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.166391 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17189 |
| ZIP Type | PO Box |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.3 yrs ↓ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.51 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 17% below avg |
| College Grads | 24.7% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.2% ▲ 88% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 4 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 111 (30.5%) |
| Some College | 55 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 104 (28.6%) |
| Bachelors | 52 (14.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 38 (10.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,556 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $89,500 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $811/mo ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 245 |
| Vacant Units | 11 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 245 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 11 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.51 |
ZIP code 62848 is located in Irvington, Illinois, within Washington County. With a population of 587, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.3 years. Economically, 62848 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,556 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62848 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $89,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $811 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 12% since 2019.
The population of 62848 is primarily White (79.56%). Residents are less-educated — 24.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has grown by 13% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62848 stands at 9.2%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 89%.
Overall, ZIP code 62848 in Irvington, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 587 residents, a median household income of $70,556, and a median home value of $89,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.