ZIP Code 62240, Illinois
ZIP Code 62240 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62240 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in St. Clair County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,796. The land area covers 14.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,796 | ±536 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 30.1 yrs | ±18.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 535 | ±116 | 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 | 713 | ±155 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 535 | ±116 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 178 | ±104 |
| Median Home Value | $89,400 | ±$52,547 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,063 | ±$295 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $96,063 | ±$28,795 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,220 | ±$10,976 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.5% | ±4.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 99 | ±82 |
| Unemployment Rate | 18% | ±17.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 627 | ±206 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92% | ±4.2% |
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: 251,149 (2024)
ID: 162161
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
10 PUBLIC SQ, BELLEVILLE IL 62220-1623
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | ST. LOUIS, MO | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Cahokia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ST LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | ST LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | ST LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | BARNHART, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | ST LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | ST. LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | ST.LOUIS, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | ST LOUIS, MO |
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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Stevens-The Institute of Business & Arts
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College | 9.2 mi away | 1521 Washington Avenue, Saint Louis, MO, 63103 |
31442109491101
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DAUGHERTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 220 SOUTH FIFTH STREET, DUPO, IL, 62239 |
(618) 286-4444
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Ponce Health Sciences University-St Louis
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College | 9.2 mi away | 2351 Market St., St. Louis, MO, 63103 |
3148871350
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CAHOKIA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 3.8 mi away | 140 CAHOKIA PARK DRIVE, CAHOKIA HEIGHTS, IL, 62206 |
(618) 332-1491
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Aesthetics Institute
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College Vocational | 9.3 mi away | 50 Grasso Plaza, St. Louis, MO, 63123-3107 |
3149155811
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COLUMBIA PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.2 mi away | 106 NORTH METTER AVENUE, COLUMBIA, IL, 62236 |
(618) 281-4237
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St. Louis Med Tech
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College Vocational | 9.3 mi away | 59 Grasso Plaza, St. Louis, MO, 63123-3107 |
3147236331
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MILLSTADT LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 5.4 mi away | 115 WEST LAUREL STREET, MILLSTADT, IL, 62260 |
(618) 476-1887
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Harris-Stowe State University
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College | 9.3 mi away | 3026 Laclede Ave, Saint Louis, MO, 63103-2136 |
3143403366
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CARONDELET BRANCH
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 6800 MICHIGAN AVE, ST. LOUIS, MO, 63111 |
(314) 752-9224
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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 CAHOKIA, IL US, located 4.6 miles from ZCTA5 62240. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.7° | 22.0° | 31.4° | 2.67" | 4.9" |
| February | 46.0° | 25.6° | 35.8° | 2.26" | 3.7" |
| March | 56.1° | 34.7° | 45.4° | 3.55" | 1.2" |
| April | 67.5° | 45.4° | 56.5° | 4.63" | 0.3" |
| May | 76.1° | 56.0° | 66.0° | 4.80" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.8° | 64.9° | 74.8° | 4.30" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.5° | 68.9° | 78.7° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.3° | 66.7° | 77.0° | 3.09" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.3° | 58.6° | 69.5° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.5° | 46.0° | 57.7° | 3.04" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.2° | 35.3° | 45.7° | 3.33" | 0.8" |
| December | 45.1° | 26.6° | 35.8° | 2.75" | 2.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dupo village | Village | 2.4 mi | — |
| Columbia city | City | 3.7 mi | — |
| East Carondelet village | Village | 4.2 mi | — |
| Cahokia Heights city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Sauget village | Village | 5.9 mi | — |
| Millstadt village | Village | 6.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62240. • 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.