62521 ZIP Code
Decatur, Illinois
December 15, 2025
| ZIP Code: | 62521 |
| City/Town: | Decatur |
| County: | Macon |
| State: | Illinois |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 33,453 |
| Median Household Income: | $62,955 |
| Per Capita Income: | $40,164 |
| Total Housing Units: | 16,314 |
| Median Home Value: | $119,000 |
| Land Area: | 66.0 sq miles
170.8 sq km |
| Water Area: | 4.0 sq miles
10.3 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 39.8102, -88.9278 |
Population Information (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 33,453 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 16,548 | 49.5% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 16,905 | 50.5% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 42.1 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 2,019 | 6.0% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 2,204 | 6.6% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 2,296 | 6.9% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 2,229 | 6.7% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 1,442 | 4.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 4,144 | 12.4% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 3,264 | 9.8% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 3,647 | 10.9% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 2,434 | 7.3% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 2,531 | 7.6% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 4,071 | 12.2% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 2,114 | 6.3% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 1,058 | 3.2% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $119,000 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.7 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $850 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 16,314 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 14,073 | 86.3% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 2,241 | 13.7% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 10,333 | 73.4% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 3,740 | 26.6% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 23,263 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 442 | 1.9% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,415 | 6.1% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 8,697 | 37.4% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 5,605 | 24.1% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 2,017 | 8.7% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 3,478 | 15.0% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 1,609 | 6.9% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 92.0% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 21.9% | 34.3% |
Income Information (62521 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $62,955 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $83,784 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $81,695 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $40,164 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 15,847 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 14,697 | 92.8% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 1,139 | 7.2% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 10,594 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 12,573 | 85.5% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 1,613 | 11.0% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 511 | 3.5% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 25,427 | 76.0% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 5,820 | 17.4% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 9 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 333 | 1.0% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 57 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 109 | 0.3% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 1,698 | 5.1% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 242 | 0.7% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 770 | 2.3% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 338 | 1.0% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 115 | 0.3% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 4 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 313 | 0.9% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (62521 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 910 | 6.5% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 509 | 3.6% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 1,049 | 7.5% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 1,206 | 8.6% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 2,085 | 14.8% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 2,441 | 17.3% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 2,136 | 15.2% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,232 | 15.9% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 888 | 6.3% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 617 | 4.4% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (62521 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 12,067 | 82.1% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 1,056 | 7.2% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 160 | 1.1% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 195 | 1.3% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 102 | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 782 | 5.3% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 17.9 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (62521 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 207 | 1.4% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 559 | 3.8% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 2,912 | 19.8% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 292 | 2.0% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 1,516 | 10.3% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 681 | 4.6% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 231 | 1.6% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 1,077 | 7.3% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 974 | 6.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 3,327 | 22.6% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 1,431 | 9.7% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 875 | 6.0% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 615 | 4.2% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 13.8% | 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 (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 31,603 | 94.5% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 22,756 | 68.0% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 14,598 | 43.6% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 1,578 | 4.7% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (62521 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 9,894 | 70.3% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 5,262 | 37.4% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 4,244 | 30.2% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 733 | 5.2% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 223 | 1.6% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 2,072 | 14.7% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (62521 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 13,978 | 85.7% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 339 | 2.1% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 188 | 1.2% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 212 | 1.3% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 466 | 2.9% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 320 | 2.0% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 628 | 3.8% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 183 | 1.1% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (62521 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 25 | 0.2% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 369 | 2.3% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 822 | 5.0% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 1,176 | 7.2% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 970 | 5.9% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 2,428 | 14.9% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 2,853 | 17.5% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 3,630 | 22.3% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 1,472 | 9.0% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 2,569 | 15.7% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (62521 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 259 | 1.6% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 1,030 | 6.3% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 5,149 | 31.6% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 7,513 | 46.1% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 1,908 | 11.7% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 455 | 2.8% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (62521 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 11,066 | 78.6% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 353 | 2.5% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 2,500 | 17.8% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 9 | 0.1% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 31 | 0.2% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 55 | 0.4% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 59 | 0.4% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (62521 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 1,019 | 7.2% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 4,935 | 35.1% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 5,763 | 41.0% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 2,356 | 16.7% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (62521 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 1,498 | 14.5% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 2,746 | 26.6% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 2,389 | 23.1% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 1,596 | 15.4% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 1,271 | 12.3% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 551 | 5.3% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 244 | 2.4% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 38 | 0.4% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (62521 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,211 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $495 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $850 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.31 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.46 | 2.38 |
Households (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 14,073 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 6,279 | 44.6% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 1,842 | 13.1% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 3,061 | 21.8% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 3,904 | 27.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 3,325 | 23.6% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 5,019 | 35.7% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.35 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.07 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (62521 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 13,032 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 4,140 | 31.8% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 6,560 | 50.3% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 600 | 4.6% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 1,660 | 12.7% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 3,881 | 29.8% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (62521 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 7,432 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 575 | 7.7% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 365 | 4.9% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 3,562 | 47.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1,840 | 24.8% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 1,090 | 14.7% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 25,512 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 2,016 | 7.9% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 33,181 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 4,980 | 15.0% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 381 | 7.7% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 2,098 | 42.1% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 2,501 | 50.2% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (62521 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 29,123 | 87.1% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 4,092 | 12.2% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 2,841 | 69.4% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,033 | 25.2% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 350 | 8.6% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 218 | 5.3% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (62521 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 32,633 | 97.5% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 154 | 0.5% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 820 | 532.5% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 820 | 532.5% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 820 | 532.5% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 137 | 89.0% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 156 | 101.3% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 16 | 10.4% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 129 | 83.8% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 63 | 40.9% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (62521 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 31,434 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 30,156 | 95.9% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 1,278 | 4.1% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 625 | 2.0% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 290 | 0.9% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 181 | 0.6% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 182 | 0.6% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (62521 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 14,073 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 12,720 | 90.4% | 89.4% |
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