| ZIP Code | 63701 |
|---|---|
| City | Cape Girardeau |
| State | Missouri (MO) |
| County | Cape Girardeau County |
| Area Code | 235/573 |
| Elevation | 564 ft |
| Latitude | 37.331452 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -89.584134 |
| Timezone | Chicago (DST) |
| FIPS | 29031 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 34.4 yrs ↑ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.27 |
| Below Poverty | 14.9% ▲ 49% above avg |
| College Grads | 46.7% ▲ 20% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.8% ▼ 43% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 129 (0.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,142 (27.7%) |
| Some College | 2,374 (10.7%) |
| Associates | 3,184 (14.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,453 (6.6%) |
| Graduate Degree | 8,898 (40.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $67,904 ▼ 11% below avg ↑ 24% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $209,600 ▼ 25% below avg ↑ 27% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $863/mo ↑ 4% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 17,834 |
| Vacant Units | 1,963 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 17,834 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 1,963 |
| Owner Occupied | 60.2% |
| Renter Occupied | 39.8% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.27 |
ZIP code 63701 is located in Cape Girardeau, Missouri, within Cape Girardeau County. With a population of 38,809, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 34.4 years. Economically, 63701 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $67,904 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 63701 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $209,600 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $863 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.2% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 27% since 2019.
The population of 63701 is primarily White (79.42%). Residents are well-educated — 46.7% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.9%. Household income has grown by 24% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 63701 stands at 2.8%, which is below the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 63701 in Cape Girardeau, MO is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 38,809 residents, a median household income of $67,904, and a median home value of $209,600, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Missouri.