ZIP Code 62988, Illinois
ZIP Code 62988 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 62988 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Alexander County, Illinois. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,149. The land area covers 70.31 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,149 | ±195 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 50.5 yrs | ±5.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 497 | ±88 | 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 | 659 | ±96 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 497 | ±88 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 162 | ±76 |
| Median Home Value | $65,800 | ±$41,474 |
| Median Gross Rent | $493 | ±$276 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $54,779 | ±$14,456 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,558 | ±$4,360 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.7% | ±9.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 184 | ±112 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.4% | ±1.4% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 476 | ±111 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 70% | ±5.3% |
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 ALEXANDER
GUS Population: 4,594 (2024)
ID: 162119
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ALEXANDER COUNTY TREASURER
2000 WASHINGTON AVE, CAIRO IL 62914-1717
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 09-12 | CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Cairo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Cairo, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ullin, 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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Southeast Missouri State University
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College | 14.3 mi away | One University Plaza, MS2025, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63701 |
5736512000
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DODGE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 5.0 mi away | 22440 RAILROAD STREET, OLIVE BRANCH, IL, 62969 |
(618) 776-5115
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Shawnee Community College
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College | 14.7 mi away | 8364 Shawnee College Rd, Ullin, IL, 62992 |
6186343200
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MOUNDS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 418 FIRST STREET, MOUNDS, IL, 62964 |
(618) 745-6610
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Southeast Missouri Hospital College of Nursing and Health Sciences
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College | 14.8 mi away | 2001 William Street, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-4507 |
57333468252202
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DONGOLA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 11.8 mi away | 114 NORTH EAST FRONT STREET, DONGOLA, IL, 62926 |
(618) 827-3622
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Trend Setters School
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College Vocational | 15.0 mi away | 835 South Kings Highway, Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-7607 |
5733359977
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SCOTT CITY BRANCH
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 2106 MAIN ST, SCOTT CITY, MO, 63780 |
(573) 264-2413
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Cape Girardeau Career and Technology Center
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College | 15.3 mi away | 1080 S. Silver Springs Rd., Cape Girardeau, MO, 63703-7511 |
57333408266551
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MUNICIPAL LIBRARY DISTRICT OF THE CITY OF CAPE GIRARDEAU
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 711 N CLARK ST, CAPE GIRARDEAU, MO, 63701 |
(573) 334-5279
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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 GRAND CHAIN DAM 53, IL US, located 14.0 miles from ZCTA5 62988. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.1° | 26.2° | 34.6° | 4.23" | 2.1" |
| February | 47.6° | 29.7° | 38.7° | 3.86" | 2.5" |
| March | 57.3° | 36.8° | 47.1° | 4.77" | 0.7" |
| April | 68.4° | 46.6° | 57.5° | 5.15" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.8° | 56.4° | 66.6° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.5° | 64.8° | 75.2° | 4.13" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.0° | 68.7° | 78.9° | 3.28" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.6° | 67.2° | 77.9° | 3.03" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.7° | 60.2° | 71.5° | 3.35" | 0.0" |
| October | 71.2° | 48.4° | 59.8° | 4.04" | 0.1" |
| November | 57.9° | 38.6° | 48.2° | 4.41" | 0.0" |
| December | 47.0° | 30.8° | 38.9° | 4.24" | 1.8" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tamms village | Village | 1.7 mi | — |
| Olive Branch CDP | CDP | 4.2 mi | — |
| Pulaski village | Village | 4.9 mi | — |
| Unity CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Ullin village | Village | 7.5 mi | — |
| Mill Creek village | Village | 8.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 62988. • 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.