62938 ZIP Code – Golconda, Illinois
Located in Golconda, Illinois, ZIP code 62938 is a small ZIP code within Pope County with a population of approximately 2,874 residents. Residents earn a median household income of $59,276, which is below the Illinois average and below the national figure. Median home values of $123,800 are well below the national average, with 87.1% owner-occupied housing (increasing). , with median rent coming in at $365 — well below the national figure. Housing consists of 84% single-family (increasing).
The area reports an unemployment rate of 4.8%, near the national average. About 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line, above the national rate. 17.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the U.S. average. At 55.6, the median age is above the national figure. Neighboring ZIP codes include 62928, 62985, 42047.
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ZIP 62938 vs. Illinois vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 62938 | IL Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 2,874 | 9,197 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $59k | $75k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $123k | $176k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $365 | $984 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 55.6 | 42.5 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.8% | 5.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 17.1% | 11.4% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 17.0% | 25.1% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 62928 – Eddyville
- 62985 – Simpson
- 42047 – Hampton
- 62982 – Rosiclare
- 62943 – Grantsburg
- 42081 – Smithland
- 62947 – Herod
- 62960 – Metropolis
- 42028 – Burna
- 62910 – Brookport
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 62928 | EDDYVILLE | 71 | $26,250 |
| 62985 | SIMPSON | 998 | $74,375 |
| 42047 | HAMPTON | 205 | $2,499 |
| 62982 | ROSICLARE | 1,131 | $42,240 |
| 62943 | GRANTSBURG | 312 | $79,423 |