| ZIP Code | 62959 |
|---|---|
| City | Marion |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Williamson County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 436 ft |
| Latitude | 37.711169 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.914627 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17199 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.22 |
| Below Poverty | 13.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| College Grads | 39.8% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 3.9% ▼ 20% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 196 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,348 (28.7%) |
| Some College | 2,431 (13%) |
| Associates | 3,251 (17.4%) |
| Bachelors | 2,128 (11.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,293 (28.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,914 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 37% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $166,200 ▼ 40% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $895/mo ↑ 20% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 12,997 |
| Vacant Units | 1,305 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 12,997 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,305 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.7% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.3% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.22 |
ZIP code 62959 is located in Marion, Illinois, within Williamson County. With a population of 27,779, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 41.1 years. Economically, 62959 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $69,914 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62959 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $166,200 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $895 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.7% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 22% since 2019.
The population of 62959 is primarily White (87.28%). Residents are moderately educated — 39.8% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.6%. Household income has grown by 37% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62959 stands at 3.9%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 80%.
Overall, ZIP code 62959 in Marion, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 27,779 residents, a median household income of $69,914, and a median home value of $166,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.