| ZIP Code | 62960 |
|---|---|
| City | Metropolis |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Massac County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 419 ft |
| Latitude | 37.233516 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -88.724007 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17127 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 46.8 yrs ↑ 7% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.42 |
| Below Poverty | 14.1% ▲ 41% above avg |
| College Grads | 32.4% ▼ 16% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.7% ▼ 45% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 95 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,550 (34.5%) |
| Some College | 1,077 (14.6%) |
| Associates | 1,279 (17.3%) |
| Bachelors | 1,020 (13.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,373 (18.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,702 ▼ 19% below avg ↑ 30% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $122,100 ▼ 56% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $789/mo ↑ 11% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 5,462 |
| Vacant Units | 1,106 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 5,462 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,106 |
| Owner Occupied | 77.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 22.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.42 |
ZIP code 62960 is located in Metropolis, Illinois, within Massac County. With a population of 10,823, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a mature community — the median age is 46.8 years. Economically, 62960 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $61,702 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62960 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $122,100 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $789 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 77.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.
The population of 62960 is primarily White (85.97%). Residents are moderately educated — 32.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.1%. Household income has grown by 30% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62960 stands at 2.7%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 85%.
Overall, ZIP code 62960 in Metropolis, IL is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a mature community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 10,823 residents, a median household income of $61,702, and a median home value of $122,100, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.