| ZIP Code | 62950 |
|---|---|
| City | Jacob |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Jackson County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 356 ft |
| Latitude | 37.746447 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.560711 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 30.9 yrs ↓ 13% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.34 |
| Below Poverty | 16.4% ▲ 64% above avg |
| College Grads | 37.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 16.1% ▲ 230% above avg |
| HS Graduate | 42 (37.5%) |
| Associates | 28 (25%) |
| Graduate Degree | 42 (37.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,063 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $107,000 ▼ 62% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Total Units | 68 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 68 |
|---|---|
| Owner Occupied | 86.8% |
| Renter Occupied | 13.2% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.34 |
ZIP code 62950 is located in Jacob, Illinois, within Jackson County. With a population of 159, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 30.9 years. Economically, 62950 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,063 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62950 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $107,000 is well below the national average. Homeownership is strong here — 86.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community.
The population of 62950 is primarily White (94.97%). Residents are moderately educated — 37.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 16.4%.
The unemployment rate in 62950 stands at 16.1%, which is more than double the national average. About 21% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 79%.
Overall, ZIP code 62950 in Jacob, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 159 residents, a median household income of $69,063, and a median home value of $107,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.