ZIP Code 62816 in Bonnie, IL

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Bonnie, Illinois
City Alias:Nason
County:Jefferson County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:01:30 AM
Population:1,158 [See All]
Area Codes:618 / 730
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:38.1771, -88.9128
Land Area:37.447 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 62816 has 1,158 residents and 525 households (average 2.21 persons per household). The median age is 47.6 years, significantly older than the state (38.8) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 52.2% male and 47.8% female, which is higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (93.9%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (0.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.7%, 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:1,158Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:1,156Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:970Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:30.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$55,337Source: Census ACS
Households:525Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$86,300Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.21Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.65Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,2281,3191,4331,4301,4421,4491,2971,1981,2761,2081,0591,1041,156
Decennial Census1,306------------------1,158------
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: 47.6

Male Median Age: 47.3

Female Median Age: 48

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male334027312126283641394247614339142413
Female23222427232539323446383854444611621
Total5662515844516768758580851158785253034
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,08798.19%
Black:60.54%
Hispanic:*80.72%
Asian:00%
American Indian:30.27%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:30.27%
Total:1,107100%
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:60552.25%47.3 years
Females:55347.75%48.0 years
Total:1,158100%47.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,15199.57%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:50.43%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:1,156100%
Total Native Population:1,156100.00%
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 $55,337, which is much lower than the state median ($81,702), is up $7,956 (16.8%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $913. Family households earn a median of $61,625 versus $36,458 for nonfamily households (a difference of $25,167). By gender, male median income is $56,406 and female is $42,898, which is far less than the state female median ($56,381), with a current gap of $13,508 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 52.5%, which is considerably lower than the state rate (65.1%). The unemployment rate is 5.8%, which is slightly higher than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (35.3%).

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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$47,381$48,977$50,809$47,557$42,321$43,889$41,905$47,614$56,250$57,083$52,391$54,679$55,337
Median Family Income$53,015$55,000$56,875$56,354$58,583$64,500$63,611$65,313$71,058$65,536$63,542$60,694$61,625
Median NonFamily Income$27,083$26,923$28,750$26,250$24,063$22,500$21,500$20,179$22,750$28,750$36,250$38,250$36,458
Median Male Income$39,063$36,875$42,969$39,375$43,625$49,792$52,083$49,167$51,750$46,094$51,250$55,063$56,406
Median Female Income$30,156$30,096$30,625$29,648$31,176$30,898$31,287$33,571$34,674$38,125$41,563$44,375$42,898
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:50249.41%
Unemployed:313.05%
Not In Labor Force:48347.54%
Total:1,016100%
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:17735.26%
Service:7514.94%
Sales and Office:7013.94%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:7114.14%
Production, transportation, and material moving:10921.71%
Total Civilian Employed Population:502100%
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 $86,300, which is much lower than the national median ($303,400), is up $15,200 (21.38%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $8,400. The median gross rent is $903, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $345 (61.83%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $257. Of occupied housing, owners make up 84.92% (40.35% with a mortgage, 59.65% free-and-clear) and renters 15.08% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.65%, 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$71,100$70,900$74,700$74,800$70,600$69,700$69,600$73,600$77,900$75,300$73,500$83,600$86,300
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:11.23%
$500 to $999:3846.91%
$1,000 to $1,499:1012.35%
$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:3239.51%
Total:81100%
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$558$603$650$532$654$608$616$544$646$652$718$777$903
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):18434.26%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):27250.65%
Renter Occupied:8115.08%
Total Occupied Housing Units:537100%

Occupied Housing Units:53789.35%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):6410.65%
Total Housing Units:601100%
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:38163.39%
Multi-Family Units:142.33%
Other Units:20634.28%
Total Housing Units:601100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 10.60% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly below the state rate (37.20%). High school or higher is 88.30%, which is on par with the state rate (90.30%). The uninsured rate is 6.60%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 51.80%, which is notably higher than the state rate (34.60%). The share of people in poverty is 13.90%, which is on par with the state rate (8.20%), up 8.00 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.70 percentage points. This signals a sharp increase in hardship - a shrinking consumer base, heavy pressure on public services, and job-market contraction risks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (41.28%). College enrollment is 23.84%, 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:242.68%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:819.06%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):32736.58%
Some college, no degree:20823.27%
Associate's degree:15917.79%
Bachelor's degree:788.72%
Graduate or professional degree:171.90%
Total:894100%
High school or higher:78988.26%
Bachelor's degree or higher:9510.63%
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:72351.72%
Public Insurance:59942.85%
No Insurance:765.44%
Total:1,398100%
Has Health Insurance:1,32294.56%
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 Poverty5.9%7.5%8.9%7.3%8.5%11.5%12.3%13.7%11.2%9.7%9.9%13.7%13.9%
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:84.65%
Kindergarten:95.23%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):7141.28%
High school (grades 9-12):4325.00%
College or graduate school:4123.84%
Total:172100%
Early Childhood:179.88%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):12371.51%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 62816 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 10 business establishments, employing about 92 people with an annual payroll of $5,096,000. USPS data shows 439 residential mailboxes and 6 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:439Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:6Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:547Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:439Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:10Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,362,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$5,096,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:92Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 62816 is located in Jefferson County, Illinois, within the Mount Vernon, IL Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 34500) and Illinois's 12nd Congressional District. This Micro area has a population of 36,808 people, about 3.15% of whom live in ZIP Code 62816. It covers 37.447 sq mi of land and a water area of 8.794 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Mount Vernon, ILSource: Census
CBSA Number:34500Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:36,808Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:37.447 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:8.794 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:1707263Source: Census
Place Name:Bonnie village; IllinoisSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


62817 | | 62815

Schools in ZIP Code 62816


We could not locate which school district 62816 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.

Spring Garden Middle School 511 S Elm St
Ina, IL 62846
District: Spring Garden Community Consolidated School District 178Nearby
Spring Garden Elementary School 14975 E Bakerville Rd
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
District: Spring Garden Community Consolidated School District 178Nearby
Mcclellan Elementary School 9475 N Il Highway 148
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
District: McClellan Community Consolidated School District 12Nearby
Bethel Grade School 1201 Bethel Rd
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
District: Bethel School District 82Nearby
Waltonville Grade School 802 W Knob St
Waltonville, IL 62894
District: Waltonville Community Unit School District 1Nearby
Ewing Mennonite School 15606 Log Cabin Rd
Ewing, IL 62836
District: Private SchoolNearby
Victory Christian Academy 1719 Broadway
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Mary Elementary School 1416 Main St
Mount Vernon, IL 62864
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 62816


Rend Lake College 468 N Ken Gray Pkwy
Ina, IL 62846
Type: Post Secondary
Kaskaskia College 27210 College Rd
Centralia, IL 62801
Type: Post Secondary
John A Logan College 700 Logan College Drive
Carterville, IL 62918-2500
Type: Post Secondary
Frontier Community College 2 Frontier Drive
Fairfield, IL 62837
Type: Post Secondary
Southern Illinois University-Carbondale Lincoln Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901-4512
Type: Post Secondary
Southern Illinois University-System Office 1400 Douglas Drive
Carbondale, IL 62901-6801
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 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • 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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