ZIP Code 62095 in Wood River, IL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Wood River, Illinois
County:Madison County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:52:56 AM
Population:11,060 [See All]
Area Codes:618 / 730
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:38.8630, -90.0793
Land Area:7.106 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 62095 has 11,060 residents and 4,754 households (average 2.27 persons per household). The median age is 39.7 years, about the same as the state (38.8) and about the same as the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.6% male and 50.4% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.0%). Largest groups are White (88.7%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (4.0%, much lower than the state average of 14.1% and well below the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.1%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:11,060Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:10,780Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:11,098Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:1,556.4 people per sq mile
Average Income:$66,641Source: Census ACS
Households:4,754Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$106,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.27Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.33Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--11,25311,18311,06610,97710,87610,70510,55310,45510,47110,41510,70310,80110,780
Decennial Census11,237------------------11,060------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 39.7

Male Median Age: 38.3

Female Median Age: 41.5

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male28834435035539539136940132534132340134532020814610880
Female283317305340353397348335359350365350388326278198152126
Total571661655695748788717736684691688751733646486344260206
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:9,81592.05%
Black:4464.18%
Hispanic:*2362.21%
Asian:560.53%
American Indian:260.24%
Hawaiian:50.05%
Other:790.74%
Total:10,663100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:5,49049.64%38.3 years
Females:5,57050.36%41.5 years
Total:11,060100%39.7 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:10,57798.12%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:190.18%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:760.71%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1081.71%
Total Population:10,780100%
Total Native Population:10,59698.29%
Total Foreign-born Population:1841.71%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $66,641, which is much lower than the state median ($81,702), is up $15,914 (31.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $18,580. Family households earn a median of $82,452 versus $53,036 for nonfamily households (a difference of $29,416). By gender, male median income is $60,924 and female is $47,961, which is considerably lower than the state female median ($56,381), with a current gap of $12,963 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 67.6%, which is notably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.0%, which is a bit less than the state rate (5.8%). The largest occupation group is Management (28.1%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$50,727$48,875$48,790$44,324$42,794$42,286$43,704$45,824$48,061$51,392$59,597$61,415$66,641
Median Family Income$59,145$59,823$59,886$59,904$56,713$56,278$54,212$54,067$56,045$65,417$71,190$68,686$82,452
Median NonFamily Income$32,978$30,138$29,554$27,971$26,334$26,699$27,905$29,675$28,565$36,571$41,369$50,508$53,036
Median Male Income$47,676$48,760$50,950$55,112$49,882$47,456$47,120$43,328$44,466$50,243$58,088$55,259$60,924
Median Female Income$34,372$37,035$38,440$38,944$40,997$38,988$38,692$39,429$39,789$35,817$39,012$45,456$47,961
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:5,63864.24%
Unemployed:2983.40%
Not In Labor Force:2,84132.37%
Total:8,777100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:1,58228.06%
Service:76113.50%
Sales and Office:1,34923.93%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:73913.11%
Production, transportation, and material moving:1,20721.41%
Total Civilian Employed Population:5,638100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $106,700, which is considerably lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $18,900 (21.53%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $23,500. The median gross rent is $919, which is much lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $199 (27.64%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $140. Of occupied housing, owners make up 69.78% (65.29% with a mortgage, 34.71% free-and-clear) and renters 30.22% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 9.97%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.11%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$87,800$89,700$90,200$91,000$86,800$86,100$85,000$85,000$83,200$87,900$93,600$103,600$106,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:523.69%
$500 to $999:91865.06%
$1,000 to $1,499:37426.51%
$1,500 to $1,999:181.28%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:493.47%
Total:1,411100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$720$686$755$721$716$730$761$770$779$796$810$896$919
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,12745.56%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):1,13124.22%
Renter Occupied:1,41130.22%
Total Occupied Housing Units:4,669100%

Occupied Housing Units:4,66990.03%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):5179.97%
Total Housing Units:5,186100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:4,32583.40%
Multi-Family Units:84516.29%
Other Units:160.31%
Total Housing Units:5,186100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 16.40% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (37.20%). High school or higher is 94.00%, which is well above the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 8.10%, which is on par with the state rate (7.00%). The share of people in poverty is 10.50%, which is on par with the state rate (8.20%), up 2.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 6.20 percentage points. This points to rising hardship - a weaker consumer base, greater strain on public services, and job-market headwinds. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (36.89%). College enrollment is 24.40%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:871.17%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:3634.88%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):3,07641.32%
Some college, no degree:1,84324.75%
Associate's degree:85811.52%
Bachelor's degree:76010.21%
Graduate or professional degree:4586.15%
Total:7,445100%
High school or higher:6,99593.96%
Bachelor's degree or higher:1,21816.36%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:7,15860.41%
Public Insurance:3,82132.25%
No Insurance:8707.34%
Total:11,849100%
Has Health Insurance:10,97992.66%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty8.4%9.0%11.4%10.2%10.7%11.9%12.6%16.5%16.7%14.4%12.5%17.0%10.5%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:2349.88%
Kindergarten:1385.83%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):87436.89%
High school (grades 9-12):54523.01%
College or graduate school:57824.40%
Total:2,369100%
Early Childhood:37215.70%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,55765.72%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 62095 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 243 business establishments, employing about 4,451 people with an annual payroll of $162,230,000. USPS data shows 4,889 residential mailboxes and 287 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:4,889Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:287Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:5,308Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:4,387Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:283Source: USPS
# of Businesses:243Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$39,133,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$162,230,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:4,451Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 62095 is located in Madison County, Illinois, within the St. Louis, MO-IL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 41180) and Illinois's 13rd Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,809,414 people, about 0.39% of whom live in ZIP Code 62095. It covers 7.106 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.353 sq mi.

CBSA Name:St. Louis, MO-ILSource: Census
CBSA Number:41180Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,809,414Source: Census
MSA:St. Louis, MO-IL MSASource: Census
Land Area:7.106 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.353 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:13Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:5793.65 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1783271Source: Census
Place Name:Wood River city; IllinoisSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


62097 | | 62094

Schools in ZIP Code 62095


ZIP Code 62095 is part of 2 school districts, including: East Alton-Wood River Community High School District 14 (Grades 09 thru 12) and Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15 (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 8th). There are 5 public schools and 1 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

East Alton-Wood River High Sch 777 N Wood River Ave
Wood River, IL 62095
District: East Alton-Wood River Community High School District 14
Lewis-Clark Elem School 501 E Lorena Ave
Wood River, IL 62095
District: Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15
Lewis-Clark Jr High School 501 E Lorena Ave
Wood River, IL 62095
District: Wood River-Hartford Elementary School District 15
Region Iii 6-12 Clip Prgrm 777 N Wood River Ave
Wood River, IL 62095
Region Iii 5-8 Bd Clip Prgm 501 E Lorena Ave
Wood River, IL 62095
William M Bedell Area Resource Center 400 S Main
Wood River, IL 62095
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 62095


Southern Illinois University-Edwardsville Il State Rte 157
Edwardsville, IL 62026-1259
Type: Post Secondary
Calc Institute Of Technology 200a North Center Dr
Alton, IL 62002
Type: Post Secondary
Lewis And Clark Community College 5800 Godfrey Rd
Godfrey, IL 62035
Type: Post Secondary
Saint Louis Christian College 1360 Grandview Dr
Florissant, MO 63033
Type: Post Secondary
Bell-Brown Medical Institute 470 Howdershell Road
Florissant, MO 63031-6419
Type: Post Secondary
Principia College 1 Maybeck Place
Elsah, IL 62028-9799
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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