ZIP Code 62831, Illinois
ZIP Code 62831 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62831 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Perry County / Washington County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 339. The land area covers 40.73 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 339 | ±104 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.5 yrs | ±8.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 155 | ±44 | 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 | 214 | ±49 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 155 | ±44 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 59 | ±30 |
| Median Home Value | $141,700 | ±$49,475 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,464 | ±$13,974 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,848 | ±$5,334 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.4% | ±2.9% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 15 | ±11 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.9% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 202 | ±78 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.3% | ±14% |
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: 20,272 (2024)
ID: 204263
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: CLERK
PO BOX 438, PINCKNEYVILLE IL 62274-0438
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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 | Sesser, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Pinckneyville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Centralia, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Irvington, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Mount Vernon, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mount Vernon, IL | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 11-12 | Mount Vernon, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Nashville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Nashville, 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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Rend Lake College
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College | 18.0 mi away | 468 N Ken Gray Pkwy, Ina, IL, 62846 |
6184375321
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ASHLEY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 6.6 mi away | 70 NORTH SECOND STREET, ASHLEY, IL, 62808 |
(618) 485-2295
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Kaskaskia College
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College | 22.7 mi away | 27210 College Rd, Centralia, IL, 62801 |
6185453000
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NASHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 219 EAST ELM STREET, NASHVILLE, IL, 62263 |
(618) 327-3827
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SESSER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 303 WEST FRANKLIN STREET, SESSER, IL, 62884 |
(618) 625-6566
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PINCKNEYVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 312 SOUTH WALNUT STREET, PINCKNEYVILLE, IL, 62274 |
(618) 357-2410
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DUQUOIN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 28 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET, DUQUOIN, IL, 62832 |
(618) 542-5045
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C.E. BREHM MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 18.5 mi away | 101 SOUTH SEVENTH STREET, MOUNT VERNON, IL, 62864 |
(618) 242-6322
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CHRISTOPHER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 202 EAST MARKET STREET, CHRISTOPHER, IL, 62822 |
(618) 724-7534
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CENTRALIA REGIONAL LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 20.8 mi away | 515 EAST BROADWAY AVENUE, CENTRALIA, IL, 62801 |
(618) 532-5222
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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 10.5 miles from ZCTA5 62831. 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Du Bois village | Village | 1.1 mi | — |
| Radom village | Village | 3.5 mi | — |
| Ashley city | City | 6.7 mi | — |
| Tamaroa village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
| Richview village | Village | 10.0 mi | — |
| Waltonville village | Village | 10.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62831. • 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.