ZIP Code 62979 — Ridgway, IL

Gallatin | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 62979 in Ridgway, IL has a population of 930 with a median household income of $50,625 and a median home value of $84,900 . The cost of living index is 40.4 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
930
Median Age
54.80
Male
465
Female
465

Race & Ethnicity

White
96.9%
Black
0.7%
Hispanic
0.2%
Asian
1.9%
Native American
0.0%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
0.5%
Other
0.0%

Income

Median Household
$50,625
Mean Household
$92,638
Per Capita
$49,341
Below Poverty
8.0%

Housing

Median Home Value
$84,900
Median Rent
$667
Total Units
552
Occupied
474
Owner Occupied
82.5%
Renter Occupied
17.5%
Median Year Built
1969
Vacant
78

Education

High School or Higher 89.9%
Bachelor's or Higher 18.8%
Graduate Degree 9.2%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
422
Unemployment
3.8%
Drive Alone
94.3%
Public Transit
0.0%
Work from Home
3.2%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

40.4
National average = 100. Below average by 59.6%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 62979?

ZIP code 62979 (Ridgway, IL) has a total population of 930 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 62979?

The median household income in ZIP code 62979 is $50,625 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 62979 in?

ZIP code 62979 is primarily located in Ridgway, Illinois (IL).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 62979?

The median home value in ZIP code 62979 is $84,900, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 62979?

The median age in ZIP code 62979 is 54.80 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.