| ZIP Code | 62853 |
|---|---|
| City | Kell |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Marion County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 576 ft |
| Latitude | 38.516087 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.912168 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17121 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.5 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.68 |
| Below Poverty | 5.0% ▼ 50% below avg |
| College Grads | 37.1% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.3% ▲ 29% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 137 (23.9%) |
| Some College | 114 (19.9%) |
| Associates | 107 (18.6%) |
| Bachelors | 113 (19.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 100 (17.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,750 ▼ 15% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $79,700 ▼ 71% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $982/mo ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 400 |
| Vacant Units | 41 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 400 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 41 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 17.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.68 |
ZIP code 62853 is located in Kell, Illinois, within Marion County. With a population of 962, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.5 years. Economically, 62853 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $64,750 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62853 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $79,700 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $982 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 62853 is primarily White (97.82%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 5.0%. Household income has grown by 4% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62853 stands at 6.3%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 90%.
Overall, ZIP code 62853 in Kell, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 962 residents, a median household income of $64,750, and a median home value of $79,700, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.