ZIP Code 62476, Illinois
ZIP Code 62476 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62476 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Edwards County / Lawrence County / Richland County / Wabash County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,222. The land area covers 77.57 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,222 | ±214 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 53.9 yrs | ±7.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 594 | ±94 | 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 | 805 | ±106 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 594 | ±94 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 211 | ±66 |
| Median Home Value | $91,800 | ±$17,595 |
| Median Gross Rent | $833 | ±$137 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,543 | ±$8,220 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,712 | ±$4,838 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.4% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 90 | ±38 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.1% | ±2.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 589 | ±155 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 82.7% | ±2.4% |
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 EDWARDS
GUS Population: 5,984 (2024)
ID: 162131
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EDWARDS COUNTY TREASURER
50 E MAIN ST, STE 11, ALBION IL 62806-1292
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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-08 | Albion, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Bridgeport, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Albion, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Mount Erie, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | 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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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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WEST SALEM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 112 WEST SOUTH STREET, WEST SALEM, IL, 62476 |
(618) 456-8970
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Wabash Valley College
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College | 14.7 mi away | 2200 College Drive, Mount Carmel, IL, 62863 |
61839329822005
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ALBION PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 6 NORTH FOURTH STREET, ALBION, IL, 62806 |
(618) 445-3314
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Illinois Eastern Community Colleges - Olney Central College
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College | 14.8 mi away | 305 North West Street, Olney, IL, 62450-2227 | — |
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OLNEY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.3 mi away | 400 WEST MAIN STREET, OLNEY, IL, 62450 |
(618) 392-3711
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Frontier Community College
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College | 22.9 mi away | 2 Frontier Drive, Fairfield, IL, 62837 |
61839329822005
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MOUNT CARMEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.9 mi away | 727 NORTH MULBERRY STREET, MOUNT CARMEL, IL, 62863 |
(618) 263-3531
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GROFF MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 118 SOUTH MIDDLE, GRAYVILLE, IL, 62844 |
(618) 375-7121
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FAIRFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.5 mi away | 300 SOUTH EAST SECOND STREET, FAIRFIELD, IL, 62837 |
(618) 842-4516
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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 OLNEY 2S, IL US, located 12.2 miles from ZCTA5 62476. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.8° | 20.8° | 29.3° | 3.52" | 3.6" |
| February | 42.7° | 23.9° | 33.3° | 2.57" | 2.6" |
| March | 53.4° | 32.3° | 42.9° | 4.21" | 1.1" |
| April | 65.6° | 42.7° | 54.2° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.1° | 53.3° | 64.2° | 5.60" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.1° | 62.4° | 73.2° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 65.6° | 76.2° | 4.96" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.8° | 63.8° | 74.8° | 3.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.4° | 55.8° | 68.1° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.5° | 44.3° | 56.4° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| November | 53.9° | 33.5° | 43.7° | 4.26" | 0.5" |
| December | 42.3° | 25.7° | 34.0° | 3.50" | 2.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| West Salem village | Village | 0.9 mi | — |
| Parkersburg village | Village | 4.5 mi | — |
| Bone Gap village | Village | 6.1 mi | — |
| Calhoun village | Village | 8.4 mi | — |
| Browns village | Village | 10.8 mi | — |
| Albion city | City | 11.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62476. • 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.