ZIP Code 62642, Illinois
ZIP Code 62642 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62642 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Menard County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,396. The land area covers 73.05 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,396 | ±242 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.1 yrs | ±5.8 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 627 | ±110 | 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 | 683 | ±114 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 627 | ±110 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 56 | ±33 |
| Median Home Value | $112,700 | ±$16,364 |
| Median Gross Rent | $698 | ±$85 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $77,538 | ±$10,752 |
| Per Capita Income | $36,838 | ±$4,011 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.8% | ±6.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 150 | ±89 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.9% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 751 | ±148 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88.8% | ±7.7% |
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: 11,963 (2024)
ID: 162151
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: MENARD COUNTY TREASURER
PO BOX 436, PETERSBURG IL 62675-0436
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Athens, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Athens, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Cantrall, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Cantrall, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Emden, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Greenview, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Greenview, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Hartsburg, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Mason City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mason City, 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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Midwest Technical Institute-Illinois
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College Vocational | 18.8 mi away | 2731 Farmers Market Road, Springfield, IL, 62707 |
2175278324
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MASON CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 820 WEST CHESTNUT STREET, MASON CITY, IL, 62664 |
(217) 482-3799
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St. John's College-Department of Nursing
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College | 20.2 mi away | 729 E. Carpenter St, Springfield, IL, 62702 |
2175255628
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PETERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 220 SOUTH SIXTH STREET, PETERSBURG, IL, 62675 |
(217) 632-2807
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University of Spa & Cosmetology Arts
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College Vocational | 22.6 mi away | 2913 W White Oaks Dr, Springfield, IL, 62704 |
2177538990
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ATHENS MUNICIPAL LIBRARY
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Library | 9.2 mi away | 410 EAST HARGRAVE STREET, ATHENS, IL, 62613 |
(217) 636-8047
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WILLIAMSVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.3 mi away | 217 NORTH ELM STREET, WILLIAMSVILLE, IL, 62693 |
(217) 566-3520
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ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.8 mi away | 121 EAST BOHAN STREET, ELKHART, IL, 62634 |
(217) 947-2313
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SHERMAN PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 2100 EAST ANDREW ROAD, SHERMAN, IL, 62684 |
(217) 496-2496
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PRAIRIE SKIES PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT BRANCH
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Library | 18.2 mi away | 555 BUCKEYE ROAD, PLEASANT PLAINS, IL, 62677 |
(217) 626-1553
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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 MASON CITY 4SE, IL US, located 6.2 miles from ZCTA5 62642. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.1° | 16.2° | 24.6° | 2.34" | 5.5" |
| February | 37.9° | 19.4° | 28.6° | 1.96" | 2.8" |
| March | 50.6° | 29.5° | 40.1° | 2.49" | 1.7" |
| April | 64.3° | 41.2° | 52.8° | 3.73" | 0.0" |
| May | 73.7° | 52.8° | 63.3° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.4° | 61.8° | 72.1° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.2° | 64.6° | 74.9° | 5.14" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.5° | 62.1° | 72.8° | 3.57" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.7° | 53.9° | 66.3° | 3.55" | 0.0" |
| October | 65.8° | 42.9° | 54.3° | 3.33" | 0.0" |
| November | 50.9° | 30.5° | 40.7° | 2.78" | 0.3" |
| December | 37.8° | 21.7° | 29.8° | 1.70" | 2.6" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Greenview village | Village | 1.0 mi | — |
| Middletown village | Village | 7.1 mi | — |
| Mason City city | City | 7.6 mi | — |
| Petersburg city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Athens city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| New Holland village | Village | 9.8 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62642. • 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.