Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.25 |
| Below Poverty | 6.3% ▼ 37% below avg |
| College Grads | 27.7% ▼ 29% below avg |
| Unemployment | 2.1% ▼ 58% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 43 (1.1%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,652 (42.4%) |
| Some College | 671 (17.2%) |
| Associates | 456 (11.7%) |
| Bachelors | 365 (9.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 713 (18.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $71,772 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $142,870 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $697/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,313 |
| Vacant Units | 300 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Brown County is located in Illinois and encompasses 3 ZIP codes spanning 3 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 6,310 residents. With a median age of 40.86, it is a middle-aged county.
Brown County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $71,772 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 2.1%, well below the national average. The poverty rate of 6.3% is well below the national average.
Housing in Brown County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $142,870 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $697. Homeownership rates are high at 71.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Brown County are primarily White (74.95%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Brown County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 3 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62353 | Mount Sterling | 5,012 | $71,625 | $143,800 | $736 | 1.6% | 27.6% |
| 62375 | Timewell | 419 | $77,250 | $136,300 | — | 1.5% | 24.3% |
| 62378 | Versailles | 879 | $70,000 | $140,700 | $477 | 4.9% | 30.0% |