| ZIP Code | 62885 |
|---|---|
| City | Shobonier |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Fayette County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 516 ft |
| Latitude | 38.860481 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.064583 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17051 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.4 yrs ↓ 14% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.02 |
| Below Poverty | 23.8% ▲ 138% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.8% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 6 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 173 (54.9%) |
| Some College | 25 (7.9%) |
| Associates | 33 (10.5%) |
| Bachelors | 60 (19%) |
| Graduate Degree | 18 (5.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $58,239 ▼ 24% below avg ↑ 47% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $89,200 ▼ 68% below avg ↓ 7% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 271 |
| Vacant Units | 44 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 271 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 44 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.02 |
ZIP code 62885 is located in Shobonier, Illinois, within Fayette County. With a population of 458, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.4 years. Economically, 62885 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,239 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62885 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $89,200 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 86.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have decreased by 7% since 2019.
The population of 62885 is primarily White (86.68%). Residents are less-educated — 24.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.8%. Household income has grown by 47% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62885 stands at 4.8%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 62885 in Shobonier, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, less-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 458 residents, a median household income of $58,239, and a median home value of $89,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.