ZIP Code 62812 — Benton, IL

Franklin | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 62812 in Benton, IL has a population of 11,611 with a median household income of $60,539 and a median home value of $101,100 . The cost of living index is 49.8 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
11,611
Median Age
42.20
Male
5,736
Female
5,875

Race & Ethnicity

White
92.7%
Black
0.7%
Hispanic
3.4%
Asian
0.5%
Native American
0.1%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
5.9%
Other
0.1%

Income

Median Household
$60,539
Mean Household
$78,574
Per Capita
$32,732
Below Poverty
14.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$101,100
Median Rent
$843
Total Units
5,704
Occupied
4,921
Owner Occupied
69.7%
Renter Occupied
30.3%
Median Year Built
1966
Vacant
783

Education

High School or Higher 90.1%
Bachelor's or Higher 18.6%
Graduate Degree 5.3%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
5,021
Unemployment
4.3%
Drive Alone
76.2%
Public Transit
0.5%
Work from Home
9.1%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

49.8
National average = 100. Below average by 50.2%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 62812?

ZIP code 62812 (Benton, IL) has a total population of 11,611 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 62812?

The median household income in ZIP code 62812 is $60,539 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 62812 in?

ZIP code 62812 is primarily located in Benton, Illinois (IL).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 62812?

The median home value in ZIP code 62812 is $101,100, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 62812?

The median age in ZIP code 62812 is 42.20 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.