ZIP Code 62079, Illinois
ZIP Code 62079 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62079 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jersey County / Macoupin County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 292. The land area covers 11.02 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 292 | ±155 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 49.7 yrs | ±3.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 88 | ±47 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 197 | ±100 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 88 | ±47 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 109 | ±86 |
| Median Home Value | $147,000 | ±$43,964 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $133,333 | ±$94,564 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,861 | ±$20,279 |
| Poverty Rate | 0% | ±4.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 0 | ±13 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0% | ±6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 218 | ±134 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 71.6% | ±20.1% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
|---|---|---|---|
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GUS Population: 21,150 (2024)
ID: 162140
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JERSEY COUNTY CLERK
200 N LAFAYETTE ST, STE 1, JERSEYVILLE IL 62052-1681
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Alton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Alton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Bethalto, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-03 | Bethalto, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Brighton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bunker Hill, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carlinville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Carlinville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Carlinville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Carlinville, IL |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Lewis and Clark Community College
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College | 11.3 mi away | 5800 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, IL, 62035 |
6184687000
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BRIGHTON MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.8 mi away | 110 NORTH MAIN STREET, BRIGHTON, IL, 62012 |
(618) 372-8450
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CALC Institute of Technology
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College Vocational | 12.7 mi away | 200A North Center Dr, Alton, IL, 62002 |
6184740616
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JERSEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 105 NORTH LIBERTY STREET, JERSEYVILLE, IL, 62052 |
(618) 498-9514
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Principia College
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College | 16.1 mi away | 1 Maybeck Place, Elsah, IL, 62028-9799 |
6183742131
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BUNKER HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 220 EAST WARREN STREET, BUNKER HILL, IL, 62014 |
(618) 585-4736
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Blackburn College
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College | 18.7 mi away | 700 College Ave, Carlinville, IL, 62626 |
2178543231
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ALTON SQUARE LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 132 ALTON SQUARE MALL, ALTON, IL, 62002 |
(618) 462-0677
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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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College | 22.9 mi away | Il State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62026-1259 |
8883285168
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BETHALTO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 14.7 mi away | 321 SOUTH PRAIRIE STREET, BETHALTO, IL, 62010 |
(618) 377-8141
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at JERSEYVILLE 2 SW, IL US, located 11.3 miles from ZCTA5 62079. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.3° | 19.2° | 27.8° | 2.45" | 4.3" |
| February | 41.5° | 22.8° | 32.2° | 2.31" | 3.7" |
| March | 52.5° | 31.8° | 42.2° | 3.17" | 1.6" |
| April | 64.8° | 42.1° | 53.4° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.3° | 53.8° | 64.1° | 5.29" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.9° | 62.8° | 72.8° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.5° | 66.0° | 76.2° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.2° | 63.3° | 74.2° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.2° | 54.7° | 66.9° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.2° | 43.3° | 55.2° | 3.29" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.8° | 33.0° | 42.9° | 3.67" | 0.7" |
| December | 41.2° | 24.2° | 32.7° | 2.65" | 2.2" |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fidelity village | Village | 3.6 mi | — |
| Brighton village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Shipman village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Medora village | Village | 4.7 mi | — |
| Royal Lakes village | Village | 9.3 mi | — |
| Jerseyville city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62079. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.