62297 ZIP Code – Walsh, Illinois
ZIP code 62297 is a very small ZIP code located in Walsh, Illinois, within Randolph County with a population of approximately 338 residents. The median household income is $71,591 — near the Illinois average and near the national average. Median home values of $291,100 are near the national average, with 79.7% owner-occupied housing (increasing). Housing consists of 100% single-family (stable).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 11.2%, well above the national average. An estimated 17.7% of the population falls below the poverty line, above the national figure. An estimated 2.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well below the national average. Residents have a median age of 60.2, above the U.S. median. ZIP codes in the surrounding area include 62241, 62286, 62288.
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ZIP 62297 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 62297 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 338 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $71k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $291k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | — | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 60.2 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 11.2% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.7% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 2.7% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 62241 – Ellis Grove
- 62286 – Sparta
- 62288 – Steeleville
- 62242 – Evansville
- 62233 – Chester
- 62217 – Baldwin
- 62261 – Modoc
- 62272 – Percy
- 62997 – Willisville
- 62292 – Tilden
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62241 | ELLIS GROVE | 900 | $83,021 |
| 62286 | SPARTA | 5,372 | $61,315 |
| 62288 | STEELEVILLE | 2,701 | $62,083 |
| 62242 | EVANSVILLE | 1,534 | $45,521 |
| 62233 | CHESTER | 8,217 | $69,882 |