Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.26 |
| Below Poverty | 13.0% ▲ 30% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.3% ▼ 19% below avg |
| Unemployment | 6.6% ▲ 36% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 88 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,589 (35.9%) |
| Some College | 1,821 (18.2%) |
| Associates | 1,385 (13.9%) |
| Bachelors | 1,351 (13.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,758 (17.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $65,603 ▼ 14% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $110,447 ▼ 60% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $756/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,472 |
| Vacant Units | 1,048 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Mason County is located in Illinois and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 14,676 residents. With a median age of 45.7, it is a mature county.
Mason County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $65,603 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.6%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 13.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Mason County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $110,447 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $756. Homeownership rates are high at 82.4%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Mason County are primarily White (94.84%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Mason County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62617 | Bath | 542 | $56,250 | $78,800 | $750 | 8.4% | 20.7% |
| 62633 | Easton | 609 | $53,958 | $92,800 | $700 | 17.4% | 18.0% |
| 61532 | Forest City | 404 | $52,857 | $110,300 | $856 | 8.5% | 35.4% |
| 62644 | Havana | 4,657 | $57,076 | $104,700 | $730 | 6.4% | 36.4% |
| 62655 | Kilbourne | 648 | $51,458 | $116,300 | $680 | 8.4% | 34.9% |
| 61546 | Manito | 3,682 | $77,875 | $134,100 | $729 | 5.3% | 25.8% |
| 62664 | Mason City | 2,848 | $71,012 | $102,900 | $775 | 3.1% | 35.7% |
| 62682 | San Jose | 745 | $70,625 | $74,400 | $925 | 15.4% | 36.9% |
| 61567 | Topeka | 541 | $69,042 | $133,000 | $928 | 7.5% | 12.5% |