| ZIP Code | 62947 |
|---|---|
| City | Herod |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Pope County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 569 ft |
| Latitude | 37.528691 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.453991 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17069 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 62.4 yrs ↑ 16% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.24 |
| Below Poverty | 8.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| College Grads | 26.6% ▼ 31% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 24% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 147 (37.6%) |
| Some College | 54 (13.8%) |
| Associates | 86 (22%) |
| Bachelors | 44 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 60 (15.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $46,250 ▼ 39% below avg ↓ 23% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $171,900 ▼ 38% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 328 |
| Vacant Units | 115 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 328 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 115 |
| Owner Occupied | 93.0% |
| Renter Occupied | 7.0% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.24 |
ZIP code 62947 is located in Herod, Illinois, within Pope County. With a population of 478, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with an older community — the median age is 62.4 years. Economically, 62947 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $46,250 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62947 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $171,900 is below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 93.0% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 30% since 2019.
The population of 62947 is primarily White (100.00%). Residents are moderately educated — 26.6% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 8.4%. Household income has declined by 23% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62947 stands at 6.1%, which is above the national average. About 11% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 58%.
Overall, ZIP code 62947 in Herod, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, an older community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 478 residents, a median household income of $46,250, and a median home value of $171,900, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.