Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 49.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 3.54 |
| Below Poverty | 5.9% ▼ 41% below avg |
| College Grads | 44.1% ▲ 14% above avg |
| Unemployment | 3.5% ▼ 29% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 19 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 823 (30%) |
| Some College | 311 (11.4%) |
| Associates | 387 (14.1%) |
| Bachelors | 660 (24.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 539 (19.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $96,261 ▲ 26% above avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $159,695 ▼ 43% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $439/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 2,193 |
| Vacant Units | 1,033 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Calhoun County is located in Illinois and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 4,099 residents. With a median age of 49.27, it is a mature county.
Calhoun County has a middle-income economic profile. The median household income of $96,261 is above the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 5.9% is well below the national average.
Housing in Calhoun County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $159,695 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $438. Homeownership rates are high at 88.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Calhoun County are primarily White (95.56%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 44.1% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Calhoun County, IL is a middle-income area in Illinois. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62006 | Batchtown | 536 | $95,625 | $208,000 | — | 0.0% | 28.4% |
| 62013 | Brussels | 425 | $71,250 | $136,700 | — | 2.0% | 48.6% |
| 62036 | Golden Eagle | 531 | $103,750 | $221,900 | — | 9.2% | 32.0% |
| 62045 | Hamburg | 418 | $72,083 | $165,600 | — | 7.1% | 29.4% |
| 62047 | Hardin | 1,833 | $110,982 | $144,100 | $417 | 1.1% | 60.6% |
| 62053 | Kampsville | 356 | $68,500 | $95,000 | $550 | 9.6% | 12.6% |