| ZIP Code | 62934 |
|---|---|
| City | Equality |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Gallatin County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 370 ft |
| Latitude | 37.707239 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.358633 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17059 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 54.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.19 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.8% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 10 (1.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 164 (30.8%) |
| Some College | 68 (12.8%) |
| Associates | 111 (20.8%) |
| Bachelors | 77 (14.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 103 (19.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,625 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 15% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $90,000 ▼ 68% below avg ↑ 6% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $419/mo |
| Total Units | 427 |
| Vacant Units | 109 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 427 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 109 |
| Owner Occupied | 86.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.19 |
ZIP code 62934 is located in Equality, Illinois, within Gallatin County. With a population of 698, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 54.3 years. Economically, 62934 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,625 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62934 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $90,000 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $419 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 86.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 6% since 2019.
The population of 62934 is primarily White (96.85%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.0%. Household income has grown by 15% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62934 stands at 3.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 62934 in Equality, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 698 residents, a median household income of $55,625, and a median home value of $90,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.