ZIP Code 62979, Illinois
ZIP Code 62979 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62979 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Gallatin County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 930. The land area covers 49.09 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 930 | ±183 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 54.8 yrs | ±11.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 474 | ±82 | 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 | 552 | ±88 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 474 | ±82 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 78 | ±38 |
| Median Home Value | $84,900 | ±$9,285 |
| Median Gross Rent | $667 | ±$99 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,625 | ±$13,656 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,341 | ±$11,576 |
| Poverty Rate | 8% | ±3.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 72 | ±37 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.8% | ±3.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 406 | ±93 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.1% | ±6.6% |
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 GALLATIN
GUS Population: 4,690 (2024)
ID: 162134
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY CLERK
PO BOX 550, SHAWNEETOWN IL 62984-0550
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Eldorado, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Eldorado, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Eldorado, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Junction, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Junction, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Junction, IL | |
| Special Education School Nearby | M | Norris City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Norris City, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Norris City, IL | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Carmi, 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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Southeastern Illinois College
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College | 12.1 mi away | 3575 College Road, Harrisburg, IL, 62946 |
6182525400
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SHAWNEETOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 320 NORTH LINCOLN BOULEVARD, SHAWNEETOWN, IL, 62984 |
(618) 269-3761
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ELDORADO MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 1001 GRANT STREET, ELDORADO, IL, 62930 |
(618) 273-7922
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NORRIS CITY MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 603 SOUTH DIVISION STREET, NORRIS CITY, IL, 62869 |
(618) 378-3713
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UNIONTOWN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 236 NORTH MAIN ST, UNIONTOWN, KY, 42461 |
(270) 822-4244
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HARRISBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 2 WEST WALNUT STREET, HARRISBURG, IL, 62946 |
(618) 253-7455
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UNION COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 19.2 mi away | 126 SOUTH MORGAN STREET, MORGANFIELD, KY, 42437 |
(270) 389-1696
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CARMI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.3 mi away | 103 SLOCUMB STREET, CARMI, IL, 62821 |
(618) 382-5277
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MOBILELIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 126 WEST FIFTH STREET, MOUNT VERNON, IN, 47620 |
(812) 431-8528
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ALEXANDRIAN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.9 mi away | 115 WEST FIFTH STREET, MOUNT VERNON, IN, 47620 |
(812) 838-3286
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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 JT MYERS LOCKS & DAM, IN US, located 12.9 miles from ZCTA5 62979. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.2° | 25.5° | 33.8° | 3.57" | 2.1" |
| February | 46.7° | 28.0° | 37.4° | 3.50" | 1.7" |
| March | 56.4° | 36.5° | 46.4° | 4.48" | 0.7" |
| April | 67.9° | 46.1° | 57.0° | 5.38" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.8° | 56.0° | 66.4° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.3° | 64.2° | 74.8° | 4.75" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.2° | 67.8° | 78.0° | 3.65" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.5° | 66.2° | 76.8° | 3.12" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.3° | 58.9° | 70.1° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.6° | 47.4° | 58.5° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.7° | 36.0° | 45.8° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| December | 45.3° | 28.9° | 37.1° | 4.02" | 3.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ridgway village | Village | 2.0 mi | — |
| Junction village | Village | 6.2 mi | — |
| Omaha village | Village | 6.8 mi | — |
| Shawneetown city | City | 7.1 mi | — |
| Equality village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
| New Haven village | Village | 8.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62979. • 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.