| ZIP Code | 62865 |
|---|---|
| City | Mulkeytown |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 468 ft |
| Latitude | 37.974942 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.082497 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.4 yrs ↑ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 4.2% ▼ 58% below avg |
| College Grads | 43.2% ▲ 12% above avg |
| Unemployment | 6.0% ▲ 23% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (2.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 299 (17.3%) |
| Some College | 366 (21.2%) |
| Associates | 269 (15.6%) |
| Bachelors | 263 (15.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 483 (28%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $66,763 ▼ 13% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,800 ▼ 44% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $749/mo |
| Total Units | 1,022 |
| Vacant Units | 54 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,022 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 54 |
| Owner Occupied | 87.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 12.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
ZIP code 62865 is located in Mulkeytown, Illinois, within Franklin County. With a population of 2,235, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.4 years. Economically, 62865 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $66,763 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62865 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $154,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $749 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 87.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 15% since 2019.
The population of 62865 is primarily White (94.85%). Residents are well-educated — 43.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 4.2%. Household income has grown by 21% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62865 stands at 6.0%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 62865 in Mulkeytown, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,235 residents, a median household income of $66,763, and a median home value of $154,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.