ZIP Code 62808, Illinois
ZIP Code 62808 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62808 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jefferson County / Washington County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,602. The land area covers 75.04 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,602 | ±331 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs | ±7.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 604 | ±114 | 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 | 709 | ±123 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 604 | ±114 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 105 | ±47 |
| Median Home Value | $146,600 | ±$22,770 |
| Median Gross Rent | $681 | ±$104 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $69,015 | ±$7,214 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,046 | ±$4,975 |
| Poverty Rate | 21.2% | ±10.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 335 | ±175 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 797 | ±167 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.4% | ±5.8% |
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 JEFFERSON
GUS Population: 36,107 (2024)
ID: 124843
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT
100 S 10TH ST, RM 106, MOUNT VERNON IL 62864
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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 | Ashley, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Centralia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Centralia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-08 | Centralia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Centralia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Mount Vernon, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Centralia, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Centralia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Irvington, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Mount Vernon, 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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Kaskaskia College
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College | 17.7 mi away | 27210 College Rd, Centralia, IL, 62801 |
6185453000
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ASHLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 70 NORTH SECOND STREET, ASHLEY, IL, 62808 |
(618) 485-2295
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Rend Lake College
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College | 19.0 mi away | 468 N Ken Gray Pkwy, Ina, IL, 62846 |
6184375321
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NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.8 mi away | 219 EAST ELM STREET, NASHVILLE, IL, 62263 |
(618) 327-3827
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CENTRALIA REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 515 EAST BROADWAY AVENUE, CENTRALIA, IL, 62801 |
(618) 532-5222
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C.E. BREHM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 15.7 mi away | 101 SOUTH SEVENTH STREET, MOUNT VERNON, IL, 62864 |
(618) 242-6322
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SESSER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 303 WEST FRANKLIN STREET, SESSER, IL, 62884 |
(618) 625-6566
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PINCKNEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.0 mi away | 312 SOUTH WALNUT STREET, PINCKNEYVILLE, IL, 62274 |
(618) 357-2410
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DUQUOIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.6 mi away | 28 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET, DUQUOIN, IL, 62832 |
(618) 542-5045
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CASE-HALSTEAD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 23.1 mi away | 550 SIXTH STREET, CARLYLE, IL, 62231 |
(618) 594-5210
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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 NASHVILLE 1 E, IL US, located 9.6 miles from ZCTA5 62808. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.7° | 21.3° | 30.0° | 2.68" | 3.7" |
| February | 43.9° | 24.9° | 34.4° | 2.15" | 3.7" |
| March | 54.2° | 34.2° | 44.2° | 3.47" | 1.2" |
| April | 66.0° | 45.0° | 55.5° | 4.58" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.2° | 55.5° | 65.3° | 4.81" | 0.0" |
| June | 84.2° | 64.0° | 74.1° | 4.68" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.2° | 67.3° | 77.2° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.0° | 65.1° | 75.6° | 3.09" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.9° | 57.5° | 68.7° | 3.54" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.9° | 46.2° | 57.6° | 3.17" | 0.1" |
| November | 54.2° | 34.7° | 44.4° | 3.55" | 0.5" |
| December | 43.2° | 26.3° | 34.7° | 2.67" | 2.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashley city | City | 1.5 mi | — |
| Radom village | Village | 1.8 mi | — |
| Richview village | Village | 4.8 mi | — |
| Du Bois village | Village | 6.0 mi | — |
| Woodlawn village | Village | 8.5 mi | — |
| Irvington village | Village | 9.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62808. • 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.