| ZIP Code | 62854 |
|---|---|
| City | Kinmundy |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Marion County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 616 ft |
| Latitude | 38.76451 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.824003 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17121 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 44.1 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.18 |
| Below Poverty | 11.6% ▲ 16% above avg |
| College Grads | 26.5% ▼ 32% below avg |
| Unemployment | 8.2% ▲ 67% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 3 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 420 (43.4%) |
| Some College | 174 (18%) |
| Associates | 114 (11.8%) |
| Bachelors | 132 (13.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 124 (12.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,114 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 17% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,900 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $615/mo ↑ 10% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 779 |
| Vacant Units | 67 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 779 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 67 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.5% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.5% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.18 |
ZIP code 62854 is located in Kinmundy, Illinois, within Marion County. With a population of 1,561, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 44.1 years. Economically, 62854 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,114 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62854 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $88,900 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $615 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.5% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 4% since 2019.
The population of 62854 is primarily White (94.68%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.6%. Household income has grown by 17% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62854 stands at 8.2%, 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 62854 in Kinmundy, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 1,561 residents, a median household income of $60,114, and a median home value of $88,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.