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    Zip Code 62959

    Marion, Illinois — Williamson County

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    📍 ZIP code 62959 is in Marion, Williamson County, Illinois.

    ZIP code 62959 is located in Marion, Williamson County, Illinois. It is a zip code in the Central (CST/CDT) Time Zone with an estimated population of 27,779. The area code for ZIP code 62959 is 618.

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    Zip code 62959 is in Marion, Illinois (Williamson County). It has a population of 27,779, median household income of $69,914, and median home value of $166,200.

    Population

    27,779

    Income

    $69,914

    Home Value

    $166,200

    Climate

    88°F / 23°F

    About Zip Code 62959

    Zip code 62959 is located in Marion, Illinois, within Williamson County. Home to approximately 27,779 residents, this area sits at an elevation of 423 ft and falls within the Central (CST/CDT) timezone. The local area code is 618.

    The median household income is $69,914 per year, which is below the national median of $70,784. Homes in this zip code have a median value of $166,200, and the cost of living index is 68 (32% below the national average of 100).

    Summers average a high of 88°F while winters drop to 23°F. The area receives about 49 in of rain and 11 in of snow annually. The zip code covers 135.3 square miles of land area and 4.2 square miles of water.

    Key Statistics

    Population

    27,779

    Median Income

    $69,914

    Median Home Value

    $166,200

    Timezone

    Central (CST/CDT)

    Area Code

    618

    Elevation

    423 ft

    Land Area

    135.3 sq mi

    Median Age

    41.1

    Housing Units

    12,997

    Compare With Nearby Zip Codes

    Metric629596293362951629746292262948
    CityMarion, ILEnergy, ILJohnston City, ILPittsburg, ILCreal Springs, ILHerrin, IL
    Population27,7791,1885,3811,6482,69712,728
    Median Income$69,914$69,896$49,694$73,571$70,547$59,031
    Home Value$166,200$138,500$89,600$161,600$149,400$112,400
    Cost of Living686360687060
    Median Age41.150.251.441.947.639.3

    Cost of Living

    Cost of Living Index68

    100 = National Average. Marion's cost of living is 32% below the national average.

    vs. State Avg

    Below

    Affordability

    Very Affordable

    Income-to-Home

    2.4x

    Demographics

    Zip code 62959 has a population of 27,779 people with a median age of 41.1. There are 12,997 housing units in this area.

    Racial & Ethnic Composition

    white87%
    black5%
    hispanic3%
    asian2%
    other3%

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.

    Population History

    Marion (62959) population trend from 2010 to 2024

    ↑ 4.4%
    2010201220142016201820202022202424k25k27k29k

    Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.

    Climate & Weather

    Summer High

    88°F

    Winter Low

    23°F

    Annual Rainfall

    49 in

    Annual Snowfall

    11 in

    Marion experiences warm summers with average highs around 88°F. Winters are cool with lows averaging 23°F. The area receives about 11 in of snow per year.

    Housing & Economy

    Median Home Value

    $166,200

    Median Household Income

    $69,914

    With 12,997 housing units across 135.3 square miles, 62959 has a housing density of 96 units per square mile. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.4x.

    Location & Geography

    Latitude

    37.7182°

    Longitude

    -88.9104°

    Land Area

    135.3 sq mi

    Water Area

    4.2 sq mi

    37.7182, -88.9104Open in Google Maps →

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    ZIP Codes with Similar Income Nationwide

    The five U.S. ZIP codes whose median household income is closest to 62959's $69,914. A way to compare Marion to economically similar communities elsewhere in the country.

    Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.

    ZIP Codes with Similar Demographics

    The five U.S. ZIP codes whose racial and ethnic composition most closely matches 62959 (Marion, IL). Similarity is measured by cosine distance on the five-category ACS demographic vector.

    Computed from U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates by the Zip Code Near Me Data Team.

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    People Also Ask

    What zip code is Marion, Illinois?

    Marion, Illinois uses zip code 62959.

    What county is zip code 62959 in?

    Zip code 62959 is located in Williamson County, Illinois.

    What is the population of zip code 62959?

    The population of zip code 62959 is 27,779 with a median age of 41.1.

    Is 62959 in Marion, Illinois?

    Yes, zip code 62959 is in Marion, Williamson County, Illinois. The area code is 618.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What city is zip code 62959 in?

    Zip code 62959 is in Marion, Illinois. It is part of Williamson County and uses the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.

    What is zip code 62959?

    Zip code 62959 is a U.S. postal code in Marion, Illinois (Williamson County). It has a population of 27,779 and covers 135.3 square miles.

    What is the population of zip code 62959?

    The population of zip code 62959 (Marion, IL) is 27,779 with a median age of 41.1. There are approximately 12,997 housing units in this area.

    What is the median income in zip code 62959?

    The median household income in zip code 62959 (Marion, IL) is $69,914 per year. The cost of living index is 68 (100 = national average).

    What is the average home price in zip code 62959?

    The median home value in zip code 62959 (Marion, IL) is $166,200. The cost of living index is 68 compared to the national average of 100.

    What county is zip code 62959 in?

    Zip code 62959 is located in Williamson County, Illinois. The primary city is Marion.

    What is the area code for zip code 62959?

    Zip code 62959 in Marion, IL uses area code 618. It is located in the Central (CST/CDT) timezone.

    Is zip code 62959 a good place to live?

    Zip code 62959 (Marion, IL) has a cost of living index of 68 (100 = national average), a median household income of $69,914, and median home values of $166,200. The median age is 41.1. Visit the full page for demographics, climate, and nearby zip code comparisons.

    What is the cost of living in zip code 62959?

    The cost of living index for zip code 62959 (Marion, IL) is 68, where 100 represents the national average. This area is below the national average. Median home value: $166,200.

    What schools serve zip code 62959?

    Zip code 62959 in Marion, Illinois is served by the local school district of Williamson County. For specific school information, check your state's department of education or GreatSchools.org.

    All demographic data on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates. ZIP code boundary and delivery data is sourced from the United States Postal Service (USPS). Data is updated periodically and may not reflect the most current figures. Census Bureau ZIP Code Tabulation Areas (ZCTAs) may differ slightly from USPS ZIP code boundaries.

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    Data Sources

    Population, income, housing, age, and demographics
    U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates, 2019-2023 vintage.
    ZIP to city and county mapping
    USPS and HUD-USPS ZIP-County Crosswalk.
    Time zones and area codes
    IANA tz database and NANPA.
    Elevation
    U.S. Geological Survey National Elevation Dataset (NED), via the USGS Elevation Point Query Service. Mapped to each ZCTA centroid coordinates. Last refreshed 2026-05-19.
    Last refreshed
    2026-05-18.

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