Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 45.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.72 |
| Below Poverty | 23.6% ▲ 136% above avg |
| College Grads | 24.6% ▼ 37% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.7% ▼ 25% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 26 (0.7%) |
| HS Graduate | 1,425 (39.6%) |
| Some College | 638 (17.7%) |
| Associates | 640 (17.8%) |
| Bachelors | 400 (11.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 466 (13%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $52,668 ▼ 31% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $93,492 ▼ 66% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.8x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $667/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 3,067 |
| Vacant Units | 994 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Pulaski County is located in Illinois and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 9 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 5,650 residents. With a median age of 45.16, it is a mature county.
Pulaski County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $52,667 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 23.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Pulaski County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $93,492 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $666. Homeownership rates are high at 71.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Pulaski County are majority White (64.49%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 24.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Pulaski County, IL is a working-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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62941 | Grand Chain | 588 | $50,000 | $114,500 | $780 | 0.8% | 23.4% |
| 62956 | Karnak | 1,155 | $67,202 | $107,600 | $761 | 7.3% | 32.2% |
| 62963 | Mound City | 797 | $55,000 | $33,800 | $783 | 4.1% | 9.1% |
| 62964 | Mounds | 1,028 | $28,875 | $95,000 | $559 | 7.0% | 35.1% |
| 62970 | Olmsted | 448 | $52,500 | $165,000 | $584 | 0.0% | 12.6% |
| 62976 | Pulaski | 343 | $39,250 | $87,700 | $656 | 2.8% | 26.8% |
| 62992 | Ullin | 811 | $75,000 | $83,900 | $523 | 0.7% | 18.8% |
| 62996 | Villa Ridge | 480 | $40,057 | $83,300 | — | 0.0% | 30.3% |