62249 ZIP Code
Highland, Illinois
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 62249 |
| City/Town: | Highland |
| County: | Madison |
| State: | Illinois |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 16,649 |
| Median Household Income: | $86,493 |
| Per Capita Income: | $51,105 |
| Total Housing Units: | 7,355 |
| Median Home Value: | $204,100 |
| Land Area: | 88.7 sq miles
229.8 sq km |
| Water Area: | 1.7 sq miles
4.3 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 38.7553, -89.6673 |
Population Information (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 16,649 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 8,097 | 48.6% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 8,552 | 51.4% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 41.9 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 824 | 4.9% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 977 | 5.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 1,079 | 6.5% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 1,117 | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 551 | 3.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 1,838 | 11.0% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 2,661 | 16.0% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,874 | 11.3% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 1,236 | 7.4% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 1,505 | 9.0% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,673 | 10.0% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 839 | 5.0% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 475 | 2.9% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $204,100 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 6.1 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $802 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 7,355 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 7,112 | 96.7% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 243 | 3.3% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 5,545 | 78.0% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 1,567 | 22.0% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 12,101 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 178 | 1.5% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 321 | 2.7% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 3,196 | 26.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 2,846 | 23.5% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 1,492 | 12.3% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 2,691 | 22.2% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,377 | 11.4% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 95.9% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 33.6% | 34.3% |
Income Information (62249 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $86,493 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $108,226 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $112,723 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $51,105 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 8,785 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 8,536 | 97.4% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 228 | 2.6% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 4,779 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 6,870 | 80.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,321 | 15.5% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 345 | 4.0% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 15,518 | 93.2% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 37 | 0.2% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 11 | 0.1% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 443 | 2.7% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 16 | 0.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 624 | 3.7% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 274 | 1.6% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 170 | 1.0% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 106 | 0.6% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 24 | 0.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 40 | 0.2% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (62249 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 89 | 1.3% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 166 | 2.3% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 487 | 6.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 516 | 7.3% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 687 | 9.7% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 1,070 | 15.0% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 1,042 | 14.7% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,558 | 21.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 902 | 12.7% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 595 | 8.4% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (62249 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 7,061 | 82.7% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 417 | 4.9% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 81 | 0.9% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 82 | 1.0% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 83 | 1.0% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 816 | 9.6% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 27.8 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (62249 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 69 | 0.8% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 719 | 8.4% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 1,039 | 12.2% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 127 | 1.5% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 717 | 8.4% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 748 | 8.8% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 121 | 1.4% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 513 | 6.0% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 999 | 11.7% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,749 | 20.5% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 786 | 9.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 329 | 3.9% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 620 | 7.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 2.7% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 15,978 | 96.0% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 13,869 | 83.3% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 4,706 | 28.3% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 497 | 3.0% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (62249 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 5,425 | 76.3% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 2,380 | 33.5% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 2,107 | 29.6% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 151 | 2.1% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 95 | 1.3% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 693 | 9.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (62249 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 5,701 | 77.5% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 246 | 3.3% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 257 | 3.5% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 462 | 6.3% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 320 | 4.4% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 81 | 1.1% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 234 | 3.2% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 54 | 0.7% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (62249 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 10 | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 592 | 8.0% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 1,296 | 17.6% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,365 | 18.6% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 702 | 9.5% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 993 | 13.5% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 518 | 7.0% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 592 | 8.0% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 402 | 5.5% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 885 | 12.0% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (62249 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 74 | 1.0% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 526 | 7.2% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 1,582 | 21.5% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 3,589 | 48.8% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,215 | 16.5% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 369 | 5.0% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (62249 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 4,346 | 61.1% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 762 | 10.7% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 1,800 | 25.3% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 34 | 0.5% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 116 | 1.6% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 10 | 0.1% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 18 | 0.3% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 26 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (62249 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 357 | 5.0% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 1,959 | 27.5% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 3,000 | 42.2% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 1,796 | 25.3% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (62249 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 100 | 1.8% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 373 | 6.7% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 1,070 | 19.3% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,147 | 20.7% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,857 | 33.5% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 723 | 13.0% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 252 | 4.5% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 23 | 0.4% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (62249 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,630 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $719 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $802 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.48 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 1.74 | 2.38 |
Households (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 7,112 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 3,882 | 54.6% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,540 | 21.7% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,056 | 14.8% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,827 | 25.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 2,185 | 30.7% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 2,163 | 30.4% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.32 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 2.85 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (62249 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 6,604 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,655 | 25.1% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 3,991 | 60.4% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 236 | 3.6% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 547 | 8.3% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,549 | 23.5% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (62249 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 4,024 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 248 | 6.2% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 254 | 6.3% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,657 | 41.2% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 900 | 22.4% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 965 | 24.0% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 12,972 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 1,232 | 9.5% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 16,475 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 2,609 | 15.8% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 239 | 9.2% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,337 | 51.2% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 1,033 | 39.6% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (62249 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 14,768 | 88.7% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,749 | 10.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 1,458 | 83.4% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 282 | 16.1% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 113 | 6.5% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 9 | 0.5% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (62249 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 16,183 | 97.2% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 100 | 0.6% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 466 | 466.0% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 466 | 466.0% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 466 | 466.0% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 57 | 57.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 0 | 0.0% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 41 | 41.0% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 5 | 5.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (62249 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 15,825 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 15,213 | 96.1% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 612 | 3.9% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 100 | 0.6% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 186 | 1.2% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 326 | 2.1% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (62249 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 7,112 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 6,658 | 93.6% | 89.4% |
Highland, IL62249