US ZIP Code
65897

Springfield, MO

Greene County  ·  Missouri

● Active
👥 2,922 Population
🎂 19.2 Median Age
🎓 0.0% College Grads
▼ 100% below avg
📊 21.3% Unemployment
▲ 335% above avg
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code65897
CitySpringfield
StateMissouri (MO)
CountyGreene County
Area Code417
Elevation1,312 ft
Latitude37.199857
Longitude-93.280538
TimezoneChicago (DST)
FIPS29077
ZIP TypeUnique
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 41.3% (1,206) Female 58.7% (1,716) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 89.4%Hispanic: 1.3%Black: 5.4%Asian: 1.3%Other: 1.4%Race
White89.4%
Hispanic1.3%
Black5.4%
Asian1.3%
Other1.4%

Age Breakdown

5–17
1%
18–24
99%
25–44
0%

Key Indicators

Median Age19.2 yrs
Avg Household Size-99.99
Below Poverty0.8% ▼ 92% below avg
College Grads0.0% ▼ 100% below avg
Unemployment21.3% ▲ 335% above avg
Some College8 (50%)
Associates8 (50%)

Education

Some College: 50%Associates: 50%Edu
Some College50.0%
Associates50.0%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Renter: 100%Tenure
Renter100.0%

Financials

Total Units50
Vacant Units26
Avg HH Size-99.99

Income Distribution

Under $25k
100%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
62%
Public Transit
3%
Walked
30%
Work From Home
5%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
71%
15–30 min
20%
30–45 min
1%
Over 45 min
8%
Housing Stock

Year Built

1980s–1990s
52%
2000+
48%

Summary

Total Units50
Vacant26
Owner Occupied0.0%
Renter Occupied100.0%
Avg HH Size-99.99
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 65897 is in Springfield, MO, in Greene County.
ZIP code 65897 is located in Missouri (MO).
ZIP code 65897 is in Greene County, MO.
ZIP 65897 observes the Chicago timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 65897 is 2,922 people (ACS 2023).
Income data not available.
Home value data not available.
About ZIP Code 65897

ZIP code 65897 is located in Springfield, Missouri, within Greene County. With a population of 2,922, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a young community — the median age is 19.2 years.

The population of 65897 is primarily White (89.39%). Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 0.8%.

The unemployment rate in 65897 stands at 21.3%, which is more than double the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 62%.

Overall, ZIP code 65897 in Springfield, MO is characterized as a young community.