| City: | Centralia, Illinois |
| Names to Avoid: | Central City, Cravat, Finney Heights, Raccoon, Suburban Heights, Wamac |
| Counties: | Marion County[Primary] Clinton County Jefferson County Washington County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:01:14 AM |
| Population: | 20,502 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 618 / 730 |
| Classification: | Standard [Normal Street Delivery] |
| Coordinates: | 38.5272, -89.1531 |
| Land Area: | 134.44 sq mi |
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ZIP Code 62801 has 20,502 residents and 8,174 households (average 2.30 persons per household). The median age is 42.2 years, older than the state (38.8) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.4% male and 48.6% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (79.8%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (10.5%, lower than the state average of 14.1%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.5%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
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| 2020 Population: | 20,502Source: Census DHC |
| 2023 ACS Population Estimate: | 19,941Source: Census ACS |
| 2025 ZC Population Estimate: | 19,398Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 152.5 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $53,740Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 8,174Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $91,100Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.30Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 3.24Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 22,791 | 22,613 | 22,585 | 22,432 | 22,225 | 22,125 | 21,888 | 21,444 | 21,185 | 21,070 | 20,243 | 19,976 | 19,941 |
| Decennial Census | 22,415 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 20,502 | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 42.2
Male Median Age: 39.9
Female Median Age: 45.1
| Group | < 5 | 5-9 | 10-14 | 15-19 | 20-24 | 25-29 | 30-34 | 35-39 | 40-44 | 45-49 | 50-54 | 55-59 | 60-64 | 65-69 | 70-74 | 75-79 | 80-84 | 85+ |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Male | 575 | 613 | 663 | 647 | 675 | 728 | 743 | 632 | 720 | 652 | 644 | 687 | 718 | 608 | 489 | 345 | 220 | 177 |
| Female | 538 | 603 | 664 | 567 | 436 | 556 | 558 | 531 | 521 | 504 | 557 | 734 | 816 | 673 | 541 | 399 | 327 | 441 |
| Total | 1,113 | 1,216 | 1,327 | 1,214 | 1,111 | 1,284 | 1,301 | 1,163 | 1,241 | 1,156 | 1,201 | 1,421 | 1,534 | 1,281 | 1,030 | 744 | 547 | 618 |
| White: | 16,355 | 81.95% |
| Black: | 2,161 | 10.83% |
| Hispanic:* | 720 | 3.61% |
| Asian: | 283 | 1.42% |
| American Indian: | 53 | 0.27% |
| Hawaiian: | 3 | 0.02% |
| Other: | 382 | 1.91% |
| Total: | 19,957 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 10,536 | 51.39% | 39.9 years |
| Females: | 9,966 | 48.61% | 45.1 years |
| Total: | 20,502 | 100% | 42.2 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 19,315 | 96.86% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 84 | 0.42% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 255 | 1.28% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 287 | 2.72% |
| Total Population: | 19,941 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 19,399 | 97.28% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 542 | 2.72% |
In 2023, the Median household income is $53,740, which is considerably lower than the state median ($81,702), is up $16,106 (42.8%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,842. Family households earn a median of $74,050 versus $33,520 for nonfamily households (a difference of $40,530). By gender, male median income is $54,117 and female is $43,594, which is well under the state female median ($56,381), with a current gap of $10,523 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 52.1%, which is far less than the state rate (65.1%). The unemployment rate is 9.4%, which is markedly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (32.8%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $37,634 | $38,865 | $38,169 | $38,007 | $39,345 | $39,449 | $40,478 | $41,736 | $43,898 | $43,682 | $45,990 | $52,840 | $53,740 |
| Median Family Income | $49,043 | $48,679 | $49,269 | $50,549 | $52,339 | $50,888 | $51,880 | $53,642 | $57,480 | $61,079 | $66,094 | $77,159 | $74,050 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $20,972 | $20,915 | $20,327 | $21,863 | $22,384 | $23,065 | $24,575 | $27,842 | $29,223 | $31,061 | $31,492 | $34,553 | $33,520 |
| Median Male Income | $40,532 | $42,250 | $43,431 | $43,529 | $41,961 | $41,433 | $40,014 | $40,249 | $41,449 | $44,859 | $47,318 | $52,477 | $54,117 |
| Median Female Income | $28,913 | $29,643 | $29,873 | $29,239 | $30,389 | $30,923 | $33,169 | $32,368 | $35,245 | $37,149 | $39,201 | $41,609 | $43,594 |
| Employed: | 7,658 | 47.20% |
| Unemployed: | 795 | 4.90% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 7,772 | 47.90% |
| Total: | 16,225 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 2,508 | 32.75% |
| Service: | 1,381 | 18.03% |
| Sales and Office: | 1,322 | 17.26% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 566 | 7.39% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 1,881 | 24.56% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 7,658 | 100% |
In 2023, the median home value is $91,100, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $24,600 (36.99%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $16,800. The median gross rent is $785, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $187 (31.27%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $130. Of occupied housing, owners make up 70.68% (44.48% with a mortgage, 55.52% free-and-clear) and renters 29.32% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.91%, which is much higher than the state rate (8.11%).
Explore More:Compare Home ValueHome Value Over TimeRent & Over TimeHousing Occupancy
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $66,500 | $67,100 | $67,200 | $66,200 | $66,500 | $69,300 | $70,300 | $72,300 | $74,300 | $77,800 | $81,000 | $91,000 | $91,100 |
| Less than $500: | 364 | 15.76% |
| $500 to $999: | 1,274 | 55.18% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 387 | 16.76% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 47 | 2.04% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 4 | 0.17% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0.00% |
| $3,000 or more: | 49 | 2.12% |
| No Rent: | 184 | 7.97% |
| Total: | 2,309 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $598 | $624 | $651 | $656 | $657 | $624 | $625 | $633 | $655 | $627 | $689 | $744 | $785 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 2,476 | 31.44% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 3,091 | 39.25% |
| Renter Occupied: | 2,309 | 29.32% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 7,876 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 7,876 | 87.09% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 1,168 | 12.91% |
| Total Housing Units: | 9,044 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 6,744 | 74.57% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 1,224 | 13.53% |
| Other Units: | 1,076 | 11.90% |
| Total Housing Units: | 9,044 | 100% |
In 2023, 16.10% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (37.20%). High school or higher is 86.00%, which is generally lower than the state rate (90.30%). The uninsured rate is 6.20%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 50.70%, which is notably higher than the state rate (34.60%). The share of people in poverty is 13.20%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.20%), up 0.80 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.20 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 (44.92%). College enrollment is 18.61%, 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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| Less than 9th grade: | 334 | 2.34% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 1,667 | 11.66% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 5,022 | 35.13% |
| Some college, no degree: | 3,403 | 23.81% |
| Associate's degree: | 1,567 | 10.96% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,534 | 10.73% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 767 | 5.37% |
| Total: | 14,294 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 12,293 | 86.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 2,301 | 16.10% |
| Private Insurance: | 10,778 | 51.19% |
| Public Insurance: | 9,154 | 43.47% |
| No Insurance: | 1,124 | 5.34% |
| Total: | 21,056 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 19,932 | 94.66% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 12.4% | 13.6% | 15.7% | 16.9% | 18.2% | 19.5% | 18.1% | 16.9% | 14.4% | 13.4% | 14.7% | 13.8% | 13.2% |
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.
| Nursery School, Preschool: | 390 | 9.88% |
| Kindergarten: | 322 | 8.15% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1,774 | 44.92% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 728 | 18.44% |
| College or graduate school: | 735 | 18.61% |
| Total: | 3,949 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 712 | 18.03% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 2,824 | 71.51% |
ZIP Code 62801 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 477 business establishments, employing about 6,527 people with an annual payroll of $302,310,000. USPS data shows 8,434 residential mailboxes and 582 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 8,434Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 582Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 9,304Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 7,715Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 449Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 477Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $74,941,000Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $302,310,000Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 6,527Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 62801 is located in Marion County, Illinois, within the Centralia, IL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 16460) and Illinois's 12nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 37,294 people, about 54.97% of whom live in ZIP Code 62801. It covers 134.44 sq mi of land and a water area of 1.601 sq mi.
| CBSA Name: | Centralia, ILSource: Census |
| CBSA Number: | 16460Source: Census |
| CBSA Type: | MicroSource: Census |
| CBSA Division: | --Source: Census |
| CBSA Population: | 37,294Source: Census |
| MSA: | Source: Census |
| Land Area: | 134.44 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 1.601 sq miSource: Census |
| Congressional District: | 12Source: USPS |
| Congressional Land Area: | 5008.21 sq miSource: Census |
| PMSA: | Source: Census |
| Intro Date: | < 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Place FIPS Code: | 1712164Source: Census |
| Place Name: | Centralia city; IllinoisSource: Census |
ZIP Code 62801 is part of 7 school districts, including: Central City School District 133 (Grades PK thru 08), Centralia School District 135 (Grades PK thru 08), Centralia High School District 200 (Grades 09 thru 12), Grand Prairie Community Consolidated School District 6 (Grades PK thru 08), Raccoon Consolidated School District 1 (Grades KG thru 08), North Wamac School District 186 (Grades KG thru 08) and Willow Grove School District 46 (Grades Kindergarten thru 8th). There are 15 public schools and 4 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.
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.