ZIP Code 62460, Illinois
ZIP Code 62460 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62460 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Lawrence County / Wabash County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,202. The land area covers 43.38 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,202 | ±233 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 42.4 yrs | ±6.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 339 | ±58 | 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 | 408 | ±69 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 339 | ±58 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 69 | ±40 |
| Median Home Value | $90,000 | ±$33,300 |
| Median Gross Rent | $950 | ±$428 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $66,620 | ±$6,625 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,505 | ±$6,326 |
| Poverty Rate | 5.6% | ±5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 67 | ±62 |
| Unemployment Rate | 14.9% | ±15.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 468 | ±156 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.7% | ±7.9% |
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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GUS Population: 14,801 (2024)
ID: 124846
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: LAWRENCE COUNTY TREASURER
LAWRENCE COUNTY COURTHOUSE ANNEX, LAWRENCEVILLE IL 62439
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Allendale, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Bridgeport, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lawrenceville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Vinceness, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mount Carmel, 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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Vincennes Beauty College
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College Vocational | 11.8 mi away | 12 S Second St, Vincennes, IN, 47591 |
8128821086
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LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 814 12TH STREET, LAWRENCEVILLE, IL, 62439 |
(618) 943-3016
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Wabash Valley College
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College | 12.3 mi away | 2200 College Drive, Mount Carmel, IL, 62863 |
61839329822005
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KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.2 mi away | 502 NORTH 7TH STREET, VINCENNES, IN, 47591 |
(812) 886-4380
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Vincennes University
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College | 12.5 mi away | 1002 N First St, Vincennes, IN, 47591 |
8128888888
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MOUNT CARMEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.1 mi away | 727 NORTH MULBERRY STREET, MOUNT CARMEL, IL, 62863 |
(618) 263-3531
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Illinois Eastern Community Colleges
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College | 21.1 mi away | 233 East Chestnut Street, Olney, IL, 62450 |
61839329822005
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WEST SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 112 WEST SOUTH STREET, WEST SALEM, IL, 62476 |
(618) 456-8970
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Illinois Eastern Community Colleges - Olney Central College
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College | 22.1 mi away | 305 North West Street, Olney, IL, 62450-2227 | — |
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 124 SOUTH HART STREET, PRINCETON, IN, 47670 |
(812) 385-4464
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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 LAWRENCEVILLE 2WSW, IL US, located 8.5 miles from ZCTA5 62460. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.1° | 21.3° | 30.2° | 3.26" | 3.8" |
| February | 44.0° | 24.5° | 34.3° | 2.68" | 4.2" |
| March | 54.6° | 32.7° | 43.7° | 3.62" | 1.8" |
| April | 66.6° | 42.8° | 54.7° | 4.38" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.8° | 53.6° | 65.2° | 5.33" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.7° | 62.6° | 74.1° | 5.17" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.3° | 65.6° | 77.0° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.1° | 63.3° | 75.2° | 3.07" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.7° | 55.7° | 68.7° | 3.56" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.5° | 44.2° | 56.8° | 3.86" | 0.1" |
| November | 55.3° | 34.0° | 44.7° | 4.09" | 0.4" |
| December | 43.5° | 25.7° | 34.6° | 3.43" | 5.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| St. Francisville city | City | 4.4 mi | — |
| Allendale village | Village | 5.2 mi | — |
| Bridgeport city | City | 7.7 mi | — |
| Lawrenceville city | City | 8.9 mi | — |
| Sumner city | City | 10.9 mi | — |
| Decker town | Town | 12.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62460. • 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.