ZIP Code 62571 in Tower Hill, IL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Tower Hill, Illinois
City Alias:Dollville, Hinton
County:Shelby County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:7:58:50 AM
Population:1,242 [See All]
Area Codes:217 / 447
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.3475, -88.9714
Land Area:69.836 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 62571 has 1,242 residents and 508 households (average 2.44 persons per household). The median age is 46.5 years, significantly older than the state (38.8) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.3% male and 47.7% female, which is higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (95.4%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (0.6%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.6%, 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:1,242Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,325Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,146Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:17.8 people per sq mile
Average Income:$83,462Source: Census ACS
Households:508Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$143,500Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.44Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.01Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--2,0101,9031,4731,5581,4651,3061,5241,6591,6281,6501,4281,3211,325
Decennial Census1,532------------------1,242------
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: 46.5

Male Median Age: 47.1

Female Median Age: 45.9

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male264341432141263138354340594439452114
Female393832381330383031354741434032341615
Total6581738134716461697090811028471793729
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,18598.59%
Black:00%
Hispanic:*70.58%
Asian:40.33%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:60.50%
Total:1,202100%
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:65052.33%47.1 years
Females:59247.67%45.9 years
Total:1,242100%46.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,32299.77%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:30.23%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:1,325100%
Total Native Population:1,325100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
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 $83,462, which is higher than the national median ($78,538), is up $32,015 (62.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $36,337. Family households earn a median of $100,764 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $100,764). By gender, male median income is $55,571 and female is $70,244, which is considerably higher than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $14,673 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 58.8%, which is falls short of the state rate (65.1%). The unemployment rate is 7.4%, which is far worse than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Production (34.0%).

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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$51,447$58,631$54,091$54,125$53,542$46,250$44,655$42,431$47,125$63,333$60,743$66,207$83,462
Median Family Income$64,519$68,272$59,286$58,750$55,682$47,292$48,750$50,402$52,431$74,375$69,375$76,000$100,764
Median NonFamily Income$19,844$22,434$21,607$19,250$0$0$20,250$18,229$25,893$32,813$0$0$0
Median Male Income$37,154$40,352$43,869$42,216$0$37,355$39,901$43,750$42,404$46,465$48,065$53,579$55,571
Median Female Income$26,579$28,401$28,095$27,841$0$30,250$33,417$33,125$34,323$60,235$63,110$67,936$70,244
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:64154.51%
Unemployed:514.34%
Not In Labor Force:48441.16%
Total:1,176100%
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:12118.88%
Service:9114.20%
Sales and Office:15323.87%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:589.05%
Production, transportation, and material moving:21834.01%
Total Civilian Employed Population:641100%
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 $143,500, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $79,300 (123.52%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $75,700. The median gross rent is $783, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $194 (32.94%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $189. Of occupied housing, owners make up 77.60% (20.58% with a mortgage, 79.42% free-and-clear) and renters 22.40% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.59%, which is much higher than 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$64,200$67,700$64,500$66,000$68,800$69,400$66,300$62,400$67,800$92,800$93,800$140,400$143,500
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:10480.62%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2519.38%
Total:129100%
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$589$648$663$641$589$594$600$592$594$759$753$650$783
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):9215.97%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):35561.63%
Renter Occupied:12922.40%
Total Occupied Housing Units:576100%

Occupied Housing Units:57687.41%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):8312.59%
Total Housing Units:659100%
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:48573.60%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:17426.40%
Total Housing Units:659100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 6.80% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (37.20%). High school or higher is 89.90%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 4.60%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 13.40%, which is on par with the state rate (8.20%), down 0.80 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 4.10 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (55.56%). College enrollment is 7.19%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:464.17%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:655.89%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):65359.15%
Some college, no degree:14713.32%
Associate's degree:11810.69%
Bachelor's degree:706.34%
Graduate or professional degree:50.45%
Total:1,104100%
High school or higher:99389.95%
Bachelor's degree or higher:756.79%
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:87857.65%
Public Insurance:58438.35%
No Insurance:614.01%
Total:1,523100%
Has Health Insurance:1,46295.99%
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 Poverty14.2%11.8%10.4%7.1%7.0%6.1%11.1%14.4%17.5%13.1%18.2%14.2%13.4%
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:127.84%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):8555.56%
High school (grades 9-12):4529.41%
College or graduate school:117.19%
Total:153100%
Early Childhood:127.84%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):13084.97%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 62571 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 10 business establishments, employing about 60 people with an annual payroll of $1,825,000. USPS data shows 470 residential mailboxes and 8 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:470Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:8Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:600Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:470Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:10Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$431,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,825,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:60Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 62571 is located in Shelby County, Illinois, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Illinois's 15th Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 62571. It covers 69.836 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.005 sq mi.

CBSA Name:--Source: Census
CBSA Number:--Source: Census
CBSA Type:--Source: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:69.836 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.005 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:15Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:14695.67 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1775848Source: Census
Place Name:Tower Hill village; IllinoisSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


62572 | | 62570

Schools in ZIP Code 62571


We could not locate which school district 62571 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Cowden-Herrick Grade School 301 N Broadway St
Herrick, IL 62431
District: Cowden-Herrick Community Unit School District 3ANearby
Cowden-Herrick Jr/Sr High School 633 County Highway 22
Cowden, IL 62422
District: Cowden-Herrick Community Unit School District 3ANearby
Moulton Elementary School 1101 W North 6th St
Shelbyville, IL 62565
District: Shelbyville Community Unit School District 4Nearby
Shelbyville High School 1001 W North 6th St
Shelbyville, IL 62565
District: Shelbyville Community Unit School District 4Nearby
Main Street Elementary School 225 W Main St
Shelbyville, IL 62565
District: Shelbyville Community Unit School District 4Nearby
Pana Christian Academy 409 W Orange St
Pana, IL 62557
District: Private SchoolNearby
Mid-America Preparatory School 10 N Myers
Herrick, IL 62431
District: Private SchoolNearby
Faith Bible Christian Academy 301 Mary St
Rosamond, IL 62083
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 62571


Lake Land College 5001 Lake Land Blvd
Mattoon, IL 61938
Type: Post Secondary
Millikin University 1184 W Main St
Decatur, IL 62522-2084
Type: Post Secondary
Reflections Academy Of Beauty 241 North Main Street
Decatur, IL 62523-1208
Type: Post Secondary
Richland Community College One College Park
Decatur, IL 62521-8513
Type: Post Secondary
Tri-County Beauty Academy 219 N State St
Litchfield, IL 62056
Type: Post Secondary
Greenville University 315 E. College Ave.
Greenville, IL 62246
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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