ZIP Code 62459, Illinois
ZIP Code 62459 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62459 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jasper County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 281. The land area covers 1.10 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 281 | ±108 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 29.4 yrs | ±13.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 112 | ±45 | 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 | 118 | ±46 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 112 | ±45 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 6 | ±11 |
| Median Home Value | $102,400 | ±$33,533 |
| Median Gross Rent | $283 | ±$109 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,250 | ±$39,184 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,943 | ±$7,761 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.3% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 12 | ±14 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±2.9% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 156 | ±70 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.9% | ±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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COUNTY OF JASPER
GUS Population: 9,092 (2024)
ID: 102549
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JASPER COUNTY CLERK
204 W WASHINGTON ST, STE 2, NEWTON IL 62448-1252
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Olney, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Olney, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Bridgeport, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Newton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Newton, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-06 | Newton, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | KG-12 | Willow Hill, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Oblong, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Oblong, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Bridgeport, 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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Illinois Eastern Community Colleges - Olney Central College
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College | 14.0 mi away | 305 North West Street, Olney, IL, 62450-2227 | — |
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OBLONG PUBLIC BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 8.1 mi away | 110 EAST MAIN STREET, OBLONG, IL, 62449 |
(618) 592-3001
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Illinois Eastern Community Colleges
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College | 14.1 mi away | 233 East Chestnut Street, Olney, IL, 62450 |
61839329822005
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NEWTON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 100 SOUTH VAN BUREN STREET, NEWTON, IL, 62448 |
(618) 783-8141
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Lincoln Trail College
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College | 19.2 mi away | 11220 State Hwy 1, Robinson, IL, 62454 |
61839329822005
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OLNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 400 WEST MAIN STREET, OLNEY, IL, 62450 |
(618) 392-3711
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ROBINSON PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 606 NORTH JEFFERSON STREET, ROBINSON, IL, 62454 |
(618) 544-2917
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SUSIE WESLEY MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 104 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE, FLAT ROCK, IL, 62427 |
(618) 584-3636
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PALESTINE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 22.4 mi away | 201 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET, PALESTINE, IL, 62451 |
(618) 586-5317
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GREENUP TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 101 NORTH FRANKLIN STREET, GREENUP, IL, 62428 |
(217) 923-3616
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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 6 SSE, IL US, located 5.0 miles from ZCTA5 62459. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.9° | 20.4° | 27.6° | 3.29" | — |
| February | 40.5° | 23.4° | 32.0° | 2.52" | — |
| March | 50.7° | 31.3° | 41.0° | 3.57" | — |
| April | 63.1° | 42.5° | 52.8° | 4.79" | — |
| May | 72.6° | 53.6° | 63.1° | 4.61" | — |
| June | 80.4° | 62.0° | 71.2° | 4.66" | — |
| July | 84.4° | 65.3° | 74.9° | 4.50" | — |
| August | 83.3° | 62.5° | 72.9° | 2.76" | — |
| September | 78.1° | 54.6° | 66.4° | 3.07" | — |
| October | 66.6° | 43.8° | 55.2° | 3.14" | — |
| November | 52.2° | 34.0° | 43.1° | 3.84" | — |
| December | 39.7° | 24.9° | 32.3° | 2.74" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ste. Marie village | Village | 0.0 mi | — |
| Willow Hill village | Village | 4.6 mi | — |
| West Liberty CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Dundas CDP | CDP | 7.3 mi | — |
| Oblong village | Village | 8.0 mi | — |
| Newton city | City | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62459. • 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.