| ZIP Code | 62966 |
|---|---|
| City | Murphysboro |
| State | Illinois (IL) |
| County | Jackson County |
| Area Code | 618/730 |
| Elevation | 396 ft |
| Latitude | 37.771161 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.353317 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 17077 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 13.9% ▲ 39% above avg |
| College Grads | 33.9% ▼ 13% below avg |
| Unemployment | 7.1% ▲ 45% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 68 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,628 (30%) |
| Some College | 1,276 (14.5%) |
| Associates | 1,827 (20.8%) |
| Bachelors | 876 (10%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,098 (23.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,242 ▼ 29% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $117,800 ▼ 58% below avg ↑ 21% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $681/mo ↑ 12% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 7,125 |
| Vacant Units | 1,083 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 7,125 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,083 |
| Owner Occupied | 63.4% |
| Renter Occupied | 36.6% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
ZIP code 62966 is located in Murphysboro, Illinois, within Jackson County. With a population of 13,995, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.4 years. Economically, 62966 is a working-class ZIP code: the median household income of $54,242 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 62966 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $117,800 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $681 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 63.4% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 21% since 2019.
The population of 62966 is primarily White (77.01%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.9% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 13.9%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 62966 stands at 7.1%, which is above the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 83%.
Overall, ZIP code 62966 in Murphysboro, IL is characterized as working-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 13,995 residents, a median household income of $54,242, and a median home value of $117,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Illinois.