ZIP Code 62436, Illinois
ZIP Code 62436 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62436 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Cumberland County / Jasper County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 590. The land area covers 23.81 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 590 | ±180 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.7 yrs | ±14.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 255 | ±78 | 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 | 279 | ±80 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 255 | ±78 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 24 | ±22 |
| Median Home Value | $102,400 | ±$23,272 |
| 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 | $63,229 | ±$12,337 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,754 | ±$5,582 |
| Poverty Rate | 18% | ±9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 106 | ±62 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±4.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 221 | ±101 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±14.9% |
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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COUNTY OF CUMBERLAND
GUS Population: 10,305 (2024)
ID: 162128
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK RECORDER
140 COURTHOUSE SQUARE, TOLEDO IL 62468
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Casey, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Toledo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Toledo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Toledo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Dieterich, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Dieterich, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Newton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Casey, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Neoga, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Neoga, 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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Lake Land College
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College | 17.5 mi away | 5001 Lake Land Blvd, Mattoon, IL, 61938 |
2172345253
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SUMPTER TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 148 COURTHOUSE SQUARE, TOLEDO, IL, 62468 |
(217) 849-2072
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Eastern Illinois University
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College | 21.0 mi away | 600 Lincoln Avenue, Charleston, IL, 61920 |
2175815000
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GREENUP TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 101 NORTH FRANKLIN STREET, GREENUP, IL, 62428 |
(217) 923-3616
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NEOGA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 551 CHESTNUT AVENUE, NEOGA, IL, 62447 |
(217) 895-3944
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NEWTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 100 SOUTH VAN BUREN STREET, NEWTON, IL, 62448 |
(618) 783-8141
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EFFINGHAM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.8 mi away | 200 NORTH THIRD STREET, EFFINGHAM, IL, 62401 |
(217) 342-2464
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CASEY TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 307 EAST MAIN STREET, CASEY, IL, 62420 |
(217) 932-2105
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MATTOON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.6 mi away | 1600 CHARLESTON AVENUE, MATTOON, IL, 61938 |
(217) 234-2621
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CHARLESTON CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.9 mi away | 712 SIXTH STREET, CHARLESTON, IL, 61920 |
(217) 345-4913
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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 NEWTON, IL US, located 13.8 miles from ZCTA5 62436. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.3° | 21.7° | 29.5° | 3.22" | 5.3" |
| February | 42.2° | 25.3° | 33.8° | 2.61" | 3.9" |
| March | 52.8° | 34.1° | 43.4° | 3.73" | 2.1" |
| April | 64.8° | 44.2° | 54.5° | 5.01" | 0.2" |
| May | 74.5° | 54.6° | 64.5° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.5° | 63.8° | 73.7° | 5.28" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.4° | 66.8° | 76.6° | 4.23" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.1° | 64.8° | 75.0° | 3.06" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.5° | 56.8° | 68.1° | 3.26" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.6° | 45.5° | 56.6° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.1° | 34.7° | 43.9° | 3.86" | 0.7" |
| December | 41.6° | 26.7° | 34.2° | 3.14" | 3.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jewett village | Village | 1.9 mi | — |
| Hidalgo village | Village | 6.0 mi | — |
| Toledo village | Village | 6.3 mi | — |
| Montrose village | Village | 6.6 mi | — |
| Greenup village | Village | 6.9 mi | — |
| Rose Hill village | Village | 7.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62436. • 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.