| ZIP Code | 62952 |
|---|---|
| City | Jonesboro |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Union County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 335 ft |
| Latitude | 37.417455 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.34345 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17181 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs ↓ 10% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.37 |
| Below Poverty | 23.2% ▲ 132% above avg |
| College Grads | 35.2% ▼ 9% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.5% ▲ 54% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 80 (4.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 618 (32.1%) |
| Some College | 186 (9.7%) |
| Associates | 364 (18.9%) |
| Bachelors | 208 (10.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 469 (24.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $57,206 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 35% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $124,300 ▼ 55% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $727/mo ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,375 |
| Vacant Units | 165 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,375 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 165 |
| Owner Occupied | 79.3% |
| Renter Occupied | 20.7% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.37 |
ZIP code 62952 is located in Jonesboro, Illinois, within Union County. With a population of 2,950, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.1 years. Economically, 62952 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $57,206 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62952 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $124,300 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $727 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 79.3% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 26% since 2019.
The population of 62952 is primarily White (86.95%). Residents are moderately educated — 35.2% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects a significant share of residents at 23.2%. Household income has grown by 35% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62952 stands at 7.5%, which is significantly above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 84%.
Overall, ZIP code 62952 in Jonesboro, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 2,950 residents, a median household income of $57,206, and a median home value of $124,300, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.