Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.2 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.55 |
| Below Poverty | 31.6% ▲ 216% above avg |
| College Grads | 21.5% ▼ 45% below avg |
| Unemployment | 11.8% ▲ 141% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 793 (3.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,060 (41.2%) |
| Some College | 4,595 (18.8%) |
| Associates | 3,689 (15.1%) |
| Bachelors | 1,897 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,400 (13.9%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $35,742 ▼ 53% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $56,253 ▼ 80% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 1.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $867/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 22,740 |
| Vacant Units | 6,801 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
East Saint Louis is a city in Illinois, located in St. Clair County. The city spans 7 ZIP codes and is home to approximately 41,096 residents. It is a middle-aged city, with a median age of 39.17 years.
Economically, East Saint Louis is a lower-income community. The median household income of $35,741 is well below the national average. Approximately 31.6% of residents live below the poverty line. The unemployment rate is 11.8%, more than double the national average.
The real estate market in East Saint Louis is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. Median home values stand at $56,253, which is well below the national average. Renters typically pay around $867 per month.
The population of East Saint Louis is less-educated. 21.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher — below the national average. The community is primarily Black (77.02%).
East Saint Louis, IL offers residents a cost-conscious lifestyle within Illinois. Spread across 7 ZIP codes, the city's neighborhoods vary in character, density, and demographics — explore each ZIP code below for a detailed breakdown.
| ZIP | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College | Owner Occ. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 62201 | 5,017 | $21,658 | $56,100 | $350 | 3.5% | 21.5% | 41.8% |
| 62203 | 5,539 | $41,134 | $72,700 | $970 | 17.8% | 23.0% | 71.3% |
| 62204 | 4,824 | $36,789 | $48,200 | $783 | 18.1% | 17.1% | 68.9% |
| 62205 | 5,760 | $41,059 | $46,200 | $1,015 | 25.3% | 26.3% | 64.9% |
| 62206 | 13,155 | $39,520 | $57,700 | $1,021 | 6.7% | 19.5% | 57.6% |
| 62207 | 6,801 | $29,184 | $54,400 | $803 | 7.0% | 23.1% | 41.8% |