Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.7 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.31 |
| Below Poverty | 14.0% ▲ 40% above avg |
| College Grads | 41.2% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 4.5% ▼ 8% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 64 (0.9%) |
| HS Graduate | 2,154 (30%) |
| Some College | 897 (12.5%) |
| Associates | 1,102 (15.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,591 (22.2%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,364 (19%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $55,236 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $103,234 ▼ 63% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $756/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 5,304 |
| Vacant Units | 597 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Wabash County is located in Illinois and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 11,027 residents. With a median age of 42.66, it is a middle-aged county.
Wabash County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $55,236 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 14.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Wabash County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $103,234 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $755. Homeownership rates are high at 75.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Wabash County are primarily White (93.74%). Educational attainment is well-educated — 41.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Wabash County, IL is a solidly middle-class area in Illinois. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62410 | Allendale | 1,195 | $81,065 | $114,700 | $608 | 10.4% | 49.7% |
| 62811 | Bellmont | 265 | $42,875 | $46,300 | $840 | 14.6% | 24.1% |
| 62852 | Keensburg | 129 | $72,813 | $58,000 | — | 5.9% | 30.5% |
| 62863 | Mount Carmel | 9,438 | $52,073 | $104,000 | $772 | 3.5% | 40.8% |