Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.40 |
| Below Poverty | 11.5% ▲ 15% above avg |
| College Grads | 40.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.2% ▼ 14% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 106 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 3,093 (30.1%) |
| Some College | 1,576 (15.3%) |
| Associates | 1,371 (13.3%) |
| Bachelors | 2,085 (20.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,057 (20%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $62,219 ▼ 18% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $107,568 ▼ 61% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.7x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $738/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,397 |
| Vacant Units | 965 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Richland County is located in Illinois and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 15,706 residents. With a median age of 43.29, it is a middle-aged county.
Richland County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $62,219 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.2%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 11.5% is above the national average.
Housing in Richland County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $107,568 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $738. Homeownership rates are high at 73.6%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Richland County are primarily White (93.66%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 40.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Richland County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62419 | Calhoun | 313 | $95,208 | $90,000 | — | 8.6% | 45.5% |
| 62421 | Claremont | 406 | $62,188 | $66,000 | $795 | 9.4% | 48.0% |
| 62425 | Dundas | 712 | $100,469 | $107,800 | — | 0.0% | 39.5% |
| 62868 | Noble | 1,577 | $57,723 | $99,300 | $546 | 3.6% | 32.6% |
| 62450 | Olney | 12,406 | $60,133 | $111,600 | $761 | 4.3% | 41.2% |
| 62452 | Parkersburg | 292 | $46,563 | $57,000 | — | 2.3% | 26.0% |