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62879

Illinois · 28 residents · 0.124 sq mi
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ZIP 62879 has notably lower household income than the US average, with a median household income of $26,964. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $23,200. With a median age of 47.5, the population is older than the US median of 38.9. Households here earn about 55% less than the Clay County median. Among the 6 ZIP codes in Clay County, 62879 ranks 6th by median household income.

$26,964
US average: $82,259
$23,200
US average: $376,019
5.0%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
17.9%
Age 65+
10.7%
78.6%
21.4%
1.87 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic100%(28)
Black0%(0)
Hispanic / Latino0%(0)
Asian0%(0)
Other0%(0)
Diversity Score0%(0)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Clay County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST6TH OF 6HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
62426$51,667
62824$61,591
62839$53,685
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 62879?

ZIP code 62879 has about 28 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 62879?

The typical household in ZIP code 62879 earns about $26,964 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 62879 expensive?

In ZIP code 62879, the median home is worth about $23,200.

How educated are people in ZIP code 62879?

About 5.0% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 62879 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 62879?

About 7.1% of people in ZIP code 62879 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Clay County
Other ZIP codes in Clay County
ZIP 62839ZIP 62858ZIP 62899ZIP 62824ZIP 62426ZIP 62434

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