| ZIP Code | 62910 |
|---|---|
| City | Brookport |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Massac County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 341 ft |
| Latitude | 37.153109 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.534459 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17127 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.2 yrs ↓ 20% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.78 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.8% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 1.4% ▼ 71% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 64 (5.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 452 (36.8%) |
| Some College | 183 (14.9%) |
| Associates | 187 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 191 (15.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 150 (12.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,861 ▼ 22% below avg ↑ 58% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $90,600 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $813/mo ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 935 |
| Vacant Units | 172 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 935 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 172 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.78 |
ZIP code 62910 is located in Brookport, Illinois, within Massac County. With a population of 2,120, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 37.2 years. Economically, 62910 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,861 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62910 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $90,600 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $813 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 43% since 2019.
The population of 62910 is primarily White (89.10%). Residents are moderately educated — 27.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.3%. Household income has grown by 58% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62910 stands at 1.4%, which is well below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 93%.
Overall, ZIP code 62910 in Brookport, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,120 residents, a median household income of $59,861, and a median home value of $90,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.