| ZIP Code | 62946 |
|---|---|
| City | Harrisburg |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Saline County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 368 ft |
| Latitude | 37.700824 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.520323 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17165 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs ↓ 4% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 19.3% ▲ 93% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.3% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.8% ▲ 39% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 155 (2.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,920 (25.7%) |
| Some College | 1,332 (17.8%) |
| Associates | 977 (13.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,235 (16.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,851 (24.8%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,551 ▼ 27% below avg ↑ 28% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $97,500 ▼ 65% below avg ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $740/mo ↑ 23% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,621 |
| Vacant Units | 702 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,621 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 702 |
| Owner Occupied | 69.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 30.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
ZIP code 62946 is located in Harrisburg, Illinois, within Saline County. With a population of 11,465, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 42.3 years. Economically, 62946 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $55,551 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62946 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $97,500 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $740 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 69.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 20% since 2019.
The population of 62946 is primarily White (93.35%). Residents are well-educated — 41.3% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 19.3%. Household income has grown by 28% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62946 stands at 6.8%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 86%.
Overall, ZIP code 62946 in Harrisburg, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 11,465 residents, a median household income of $55,551, and a median home value of $97,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.