ZIP Code 62966 — Murphysboro, IL

Jackson | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 62966 in Murphysboro, IL has a population of 13,945 with a median household income of $55,665 and a median home value of $142,200 . The cost of living index is 57.2 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
13,945
Median Age
42.80
Male
6,592
Female
7,353

Race & Ethnicity

White
78.2%
Black
8.5%
Hispanic
5.2%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
7.5%
Other
5.5%

Income

Median Household
$55,665
Mean Household
$76,526
Per Capita
$33,993
Below Poverty
11.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$142,200
Median Rent
$803
Total Units
7,540
Occupied
6,301
Owner Occupied
64.3%
Renter Occupied
35.7%
Median Year Built
1970
Vacant
1,239

Education

High School or Higher 92.2%
Bachelor's or Higher 26.9%
Graduate Degree 10.1%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
6,357
Unemployment
6.8%
Drive Alone
82.3%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
10.0%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

57.2
National average = 100. Below average by 42.8%.

Nearby ZIP Codes

62901
Carbondale
0.7 mi
62907
Ava
3.9 mi
62924
De soto
4.6 mi
62940
Gorham
5.1 mi
62994
Vergennes
8.7 mi
62975
Pomona
9.3 mi
62950
Jacob
10.3 mi
62958
Makanda
10.3 mi
62942
Grand tower
11.2 mi
62916
Campbell hill
11.2 mi
62932
Elkville
12.5 mi
62927
Dowell
14.1 mi

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 62966?

ZIP code 62966 (Murphysboro, IL) has a total population of 13,945 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 62966?

The median household income in ZIP code 62966 is $55,665 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 62966 in?

ZIP code 62966 is primarily located in Murphysboro, Illinois (IL).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 62966?

The median home value in ZIP code 62966 is $142,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 62966?

The median age in ZIP code 62966 is 42.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.