| ZIP Code | 62896 |
|---|---|
| City | West Frankfort |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Franklin County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 429 ft |
| Latitude | 37.892664 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.912076 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17055 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.9 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.30 |
| Below Poverty | 21.0% ▲ 110% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.5% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.2% ▲ 88% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 60 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,094 (30.2%) |
| Some College | 1,490 (21.5%) |
| Associates | 1,183 (17%) |
| Bachelors | 1,038 (15%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,077 (15.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,528 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 45% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $88,000 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $720/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,271 |
| Vacant Units | 667 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,271 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 667 |
| Owner Occupied | 72.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 27.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.30 |
ZIP code 62896 is located in West Frankfort, Illinois, within Franklin County. With a population of 10,691, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.9 years. Economically, 62896 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,528 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62896 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $88,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $720 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 72.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 19% since 2019.
The population of 62896 is primarily White (95.61%). Residents are moderately educated — 30.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 21.0%. Household income has grown by 45% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62896 stands at 9.2%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 62896 in West Frankfort, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,691 residents, a median household income of $55,528, and a median home value of $88,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.