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62979

Illinois · 930 residents · 49.1 sq mi
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ZIP 62979 is home to 930 people in Gallatin County. At a median age of 54.8, this is an older place than the country as a whole. 19% of adults hold a bachelor's degree, below the 36% national rate. 82% of homes are owner-occupied. Median home value sits at $84,900. The foreign-born share is 1%. Among the 5 ZIP codes in Gallatin County, 62979 ranks 4th by median household income.

$50,625
US average: $82,259
$49,341
US average: $44,673
$84,900
US average: $376,019
18.8%
US average: 35.6%
Land area
49.1 sq mi
Age, sex & households
Under 18
15.1%
Age 65+
35.6%
50.0%
50.0%
1.91 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic96.7%(899)
Black0.6%(6)
Hispanic / Latino0.2%(2)
Asian1.9%(18)
Other0.5%(5)
8
Our index, 0 to 100. Higher means a more even mix of racial and ethnic groups.
Housing
1.7
Years of local income it takes to buy a local home, on a scale of about 0 to 15. Lower is more affordable.
Within Gallatin County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST4TH OF 5HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
62871$107,750
62934$54,107
62954$67,756
62984$50,288
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 62979?

ZIP code 62979 has about 930 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 62979?

The typical household in ZIP code 62979 earns about $50,625 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 62979 expensive?

In ZIP code 62979, the median home is worth about $84,900, and the typical rent is about $667 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 62979?

About 18.8% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 62979 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 62979?

About 8.0% of people in ZIP code 62979 live below the federal poverty line.

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Containing area
Gallatin County
Other ZIP codes in Gallatin County
ZIP 62984ZIP 62871ZIP 62934ZIP 62954

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