ZIP Code 62572, Illinois
ZIP Code 62572 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62572 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Macoupin County / Montgomery County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 420. The land area covers 40.07 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 420 | ±179 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.5 yrs | ±1.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 173 | ±66 | 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 | 190 | ±67 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 173 | ±66 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 17 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $208,300 | ±$123,796 |
| Median Gross Rent | $650 | ±$523 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $92,938 | ±$39,783 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,802 | ±$8,606 |
| Poverty Rate | 7.6% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 32 | ±24 |
| Unemployment Rate | 16.9% | ±13.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 226 | ±100 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 93.1% | ±8.1% |
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: 43,895 (2024)
ID: 162148
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
201 E MAIN, PO BOX 107, CARLINVILLE IL 62626
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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 | Divernon, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Hillsboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Carlinville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Carlinville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Carlinville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Carlinville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-01 | Farmersville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hillsboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Hillsboro, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Raymond, 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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Blackburn College
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College | 10.5 mi away | 700 College Ave, Carlinville, IL, 62626 |
2178543231
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FARMERSVILLE-WAGGONER PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 210 SOUTH CLEVELAND STREET, FARMERSVILLE, IL, 62533 |
(217) 227-3711
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DOYLE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 109 SOUTH O'BANNON STREET, RAYMOND, IL, 62560 |
(217) 229-4471
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GIRARD TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 201 WEST MADISON STREET, GIRARD, IL, 62640 |
(217) 627-2414
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GRAND PRAIRIE OF THE WEST PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 10.6 mi away | 142 WEST JACKSON STREET, VIRDEN, IL, 62690 |
(217) 965-3015
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CARLINVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.1 mi away | 510 NORTH BROAD STREET, CARLINVILLE, IL, 62626 |
(217) 854-3505
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LITCHFIELD PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 12.7 mi away | 400 NORTH STATE STREET, LITCHFIELD, IL, 62056 |
(217) 324-3866
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KITCHELL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 300 SE 5TH STREET, MORRISONVILLE, IL, 62546 |
(217) 526-4553
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DIVERNON TOWNSHIP LIBRARY
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 221 SOUTH SECOND STREET, DIVERNON, IL, 62530 |
(217) 628-3813
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AUBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 338 WEST JEFFERSON STREET, AUBURN, IL, 62615 |
(217) 438-6211
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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 CARLINVILLE, IL US, located 10.4 miles from ZCTA5 62572. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 36.1° | 19.2° | 27.7° | 2.28" | 5.8" |
| February | 41.3° | 23.0° | 32.2° | 2.09" | 4.7" |
| March | 52.1° | 32.2° | 42.1° | 2.90" | 2.3" |
| April | 65.1° | 42.9° | 54.0° | 4.67" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.1° | 53.5° | 63.8° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.9° | 62.6° | 72.8° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.2° | 66.0° | 76.1° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.0° | 63.6° | 74.3° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.2° | 55.1° | 67.1° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.0° | 43.9° | 55.4° | 3.31" | 0.0" |
| November | 52.9° | 33.2° | 43.0° | 3.53" | 0.9" |
| December | 40.9° | 24.6° | 32.8° | 2.32" | 2.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Waggoner village | Village | 2.7 mi | — |
| Standard City village | Village | 4.6 mi | — |
| Farmersville village | Village | 6.1 mi | — |
| Nilwood village | Village | 6.5 mi | — |
| Raymond village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Girard city | City | 7.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62572. • 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.