62903 ZIP Code – Carbondale, Illinois
ZIP code 62903 is a small ZIP code located in Carbondale, Illinois, within Jackson County with a population of approximately 2,585 residents. The median household income of $46,012 is below the Illinois average and below the national average. At $157,800, median home values run below the national average, with 41.3% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , and the median rent of $797 is below the national average. Housing consists of 38% single-family (decreasing), 27% apartments (increasing), 17% duplex/multi-family.
At 6.1%, the unemployment rate is above the national figure. An estimated 23.7% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. Bachelor's degree attainment is 45.5%, well above the national average. The median age is 25.0, well below the national median. Neighboring ZIP codes include 62975, 62901, 62966.
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ZIP 62903 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 62903 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,585 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $46k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $157k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $797 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 25.0 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.1% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 23.7% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 45.5% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 62975 – Pomona
- 62901 – Carbondale
- 62966 – Murphysboro
- 62905 – Alto Pass
- 62958 – Makanda
- 62920 – Cobden
- 62902 – Carbondale
- 62940 – Gorham
- 62924 – De Soto
- 62942 – Grand Tower
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62975 | POMONA | 169 | Not provided |
| 62901 | CARBONDALE | 23,178 | $31,857 |
| 62966 | MURPHYSBORO | 14,198 | $51,648 |
| 62905 | ALTO PASS | 583 | $62,500 |
| 62958 | MAKANDA | 2,091 | $64,811 |