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62242

Illinois · 1,660 residents · 49.721 sq mi
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ZIP 62242 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $60,400. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $121,800. The poverty rate of 21.3% is well above the national figure. Among the 10 ZIP codes in Randolph County, 62242 ranks 8th by median household income.

$60,400
US average: $82,259
$121,800
US average: $376,019
19.3%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
24.5%
Age 65+
19.9%
51.2%
48.8%
2.27 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic98.7%(1,638)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino1.2%(20)
Asian0%(0)
Other0.1%(2)
Diversity Score3.3%(54)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Randolph County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST8TH OF 10HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
62217$84,615
62233$84,556
62241$83,438
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 62242?

ZIP code 62242 has about 1,660 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 62242?

The typical household in ZIP code 62242 earns about $60,400 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 62242 expensive?

In ZIP code 62242, the median home is worth about $121,800, and the typical rent is about $791 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 62242?

About 19.3% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 62242 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 62242?

About 21.3% of people in ZIP code 62242 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024