| ZIP Code | 62948 |
|---|---|
| City | Herrin |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Williamson County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 415 ft |
| Latitude | 37.819917 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.02596 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17199 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 16.6% ▲ 66% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.4% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.9% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 46 (0.5%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,306 (27.1%) |
| Some College | 1,343 (15.8%) |
| Associates | 1,805 (21.2%) |
| Bachelors | 898 (10.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,118 (24.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $59,031 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 31% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $112,400 ▼ 60% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,010/mo ↑ 58% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 6,177 |
| Vacant Units | 533 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 6,177 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 533 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.9% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.1% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 62948 is located in Herrin, Illinois, within Williamson County. With a population of 12,728, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.3 years. Economically, 62948 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $59,031 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62948 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $112,400 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,010 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 62948 is primarily White (85.17%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.6%. Household income has grown by 31% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62948 stands at 4.9%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 62948 in Herrin, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 12,728 residents, a median household income of $59,031, and a median home value of $112,400, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.