ZIP Code 62097, Illinois
ZIP Code 62097 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62097 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Madison County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,973. The land area covers 41.17 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,973 | ±535 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.3 yrs | ±7.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,158 | ±190 | 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 | 1,256 | ±187 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,158 | ±190 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 98 | ±54 |
| Median Home Value | $217,900 | ±$50,203 |
| Median Gross Rent | $2,090 | ±$1,950 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $91,011 | ±$16,416 |
| Per Capita Income | $44,606 | ±$7,322 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.4% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 162 | ±121 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.3% | ±3.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,572 | ±377 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.9% | ±3.8% |
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: 263,017 (2024)
ID: 162149
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
157 N MAIN ST, RM 382, EDWARDSVILLE IL 62025-1965
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Glen Carbon, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Alhambra, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Gillespie, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Bethalto, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-03 | Bethalto, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bunker Hill, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Troy, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Roxana, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bethalto, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Edwardsville, 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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Southern Illinois University Edwardsville
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College | 12.6 mi away | Il State Rte 157, Edwardsville, IL, 62026-1259 |
8883285168
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WORDEN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 111 EAST WALL STREET, WORDEN, IL, 62097 |
(618) 459-7171
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CALC Institute of Technology
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College Vocational | 17.4 mi away | 200A North Center Dr, Alton, IL, 62002 |
6184740616
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STAUNTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 306 WEST MAIN STREET, STAUNTON, IL, 62088 |
(618) 635-3852
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Lewis and Clark Community College
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College | 18.4 mi away | 5800 Godfrey Rd, Godfrey, IL, 62035 |
6184687000
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BUNKER HILL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 220 EAST WARREN STREET, BUNKER HILL, IL, 62014 |
(618) 585-4736
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McKendree University
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College | 22.8 mi away | 701 College Rd, Lebanon, IL, 62254-1291 |
6185374481
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EDWARDSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.3 mi away | 112 SOUTH KANSAS STREET, EDWARDSVILLE, IL, 62025 |
(618) 692-7556
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Greenville University
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College | 24.1 mi away | 315 E. College Ave., Greenville, IL, 62246 |
6186642800
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BETHALTO PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.3 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 ALTON - MELVIN PRICE L&D, IL US, located 16.6 miles from ZCTA5 62097. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.0° | 21.7° | 30.3° | 2.53" | — |
| February | 43.7° | 25.2° | 34.5° | 2.52" | — |
| March | 53.5° | 34.7° | 44.1° | 3.46" | — |
| April | 66.1° | 45.2° | 55.6° | 4.92" | — |
| May | 75.0° | 56.1° | 65.6° | 5.46" | — |
| June | 83.7° | 65.6° | 74.6° | 3.40" | — |
| July | 87.3° | 69.3° | 78.3° | 3.95" | — |
| August | 86.0° | 67.3° | 76.6° | 3.30" | — |
| September | 80.1° | 59.8° | 70.0° | 3.38" | — |
| October | 67.9° | 48.0° | 57.9° | 2.93" | — |
| November | 54.3° | 36.5° | 45.4° | 3.43" | — |
| December | 43.5° | 27.1° | 35.3° | 2.59" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Worden village | Village | 0.8 mi | — |
| Hamel village | Village | 3.1 mi | — |
| Prairietown CDP | CDP | 4.3 mi | — |
| Holiday Shores CDP | CDP | 4.7 mi | — |
| Livingston village | Village | 5.3 mi | — |
| Williamson village | Village | 5.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62097. • 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.