Zip Code 62959
Marion, Illinois — Williamson County
📍 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.
Quick Answer
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
27,779
$69,914
$166,200
Central (CST/CDT)
618
423 ft
135.3 sq mi
41.1
12,997
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| Metric | 62959 | 62933 | 62951 | 62974 | 62922 | 62948 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| City | Marion, IL | Energy, IL | Johnston City, IL | Pittsburg, IL | Creal Springs, IL | Herrin, IL |
| Population | 27,779 | 1,188 | 5,381 | 1,648 | 2,697 | 12,728 |
| 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 Living | 68 | 63 | 60 | 68 | 70 | 60 |
| Median Age | 41.1 | 50.2 | 51.4 | 41.9 | 47.6 | 39.3 |
Cost of Living
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
Source: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey estimates.
Population History
Marion (62959) population trend from 2010 to 2024
↑ 4.4%Source: U.S. Census Bureau estimates and American Community Survey data.
Climate & Weather
88°F
23°F
49 in
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.
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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
Nearby Zip Codes
Zip codes closest to 62959 (Marion, IL) with distances:
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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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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