| ZIP Code | 62849 |
|---|---|
| City | Iuka |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Marion County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 505 ft |
| Latitude | 38.58494 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.773698 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17121 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 38.9 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.64 |
| Below Poverty | 13.7% ▲ 37% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.2% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.1% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 411 (34.5%) |
| Some College | 208 (17.5%) |
| Associates | 209 (17.6%) |
| Bachelors | 176 (14.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 183 (15.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,909 ▼ 20% below avg ↑ 8% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $90,800 ▼ 67% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $639/mo |
| Total Units | 786 |
| Vacant Units | 64 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 786 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 64 |
| Owner Occupied | 89.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 10.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.64 |
ZIP code 62849 is located in Iuka, Illinois, within Marion County. With a population of 1,904, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 38.9 years. Economically, 62849 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,909 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62849 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 $639 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 89.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 17% since 2019.
The population of 62849 is primarily White (91.02%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.7%. Household income has grown by 8% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62849 stands at 5.1%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 91%.
Overall, ZIP code 62849 in Iuka, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,904 residents, a median household income of $60,909, and a median home value of $90,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.