62520 ZIP Code – Dawson, Illinois
Located in Dawson, Illinois, ZIP code 62520 is a small ZIP code within Sangamon County with a population of approximately 1,513 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $89,044, which is above the Illinois average and above the national figure. The median home value of $196,800 is below the national average, with 91.9% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , with median rent coming in at $900 — below the national figure. Housing consists of 82% single-family (decreasing).
The unemployment rate is 1.1%, well below the national average. An estimated 7.8% of the population falls below the poverty line, well below the national figure. About 17.7% of residents have completed a four-year degree, below the national rate. The population has a median age of 56.1, above the national median. Nearby ZIP codes include 62561, 62545, 62515.
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ZIP 62520 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 62520 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 1,513 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $89k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $196k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $900 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 56.1 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.1% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 7.8% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 17.7% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 62561 – Riverton
- 62545 – Mechanicsburg
- 62515 – Buffalo
- 62563 – Rochester
- 62519 – Cornland
- 62712 – Springfield
- 62684 – Sherman
- 62702 – Springfield
- 62693 – Williamsville
- 62703 – Springfield
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62561 | RIVERTON | 5,107 | $72,302 |
| 62545 | MECHANICSBURG | 1,296 | $74,318 |
| 62515 | BUFFALO | 1,059 | $92,847 |
| 62563 | ROCHESTER | 5,759 | $112,938 |
| 62519 | CORNLAND | 46 | Not provided |