| ZIP Code | 62922 |
|---|---|
| City | Creal Springs |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Williamson County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 485 ft |
| Latitude | 37.620754 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.814807 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17199 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 47.6 yrs ↓ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.44 |
| Below Poverty | 11.8% ▲ 18% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.2% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 9.8% ▲ 101% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 25 (1.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 692 (37.6%) |
| Some College | 188 (10.2%) |
| Associates | 397 (21.6%) |
| Bachelors | 245 (13.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 291 (15.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $70,547 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 9% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $149,400 ▼ 46% below avg ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $767/mo ↑ 43% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,430 |
| Vacant Units | 323 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,430 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 323 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.1% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.9% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.44 |
ZIP code 62922 is located in Creal Springs, Illinois, within Williamson County. With a population of 2,697, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 47.6 years. Economically, 62922 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,547 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62922 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $149,400 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $767 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.1% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 11% since 2019.
The population of 62922 is primarily White (95.74%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 11.8%. Household income has grown by 9% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62922 stands at 9.8%, which is more than double the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 81%.
Overall, ZIP code 62922 in Creal Springs, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,697 residents, a median household income of $70,547, and a median home value of $149,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.