ZIP Code 62893 in Walnut Hill, IL

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Walnut Hill, Illinois
Counties:Marion County[Primary]
Jefferson County
Timezone:Central (GMT -06:00)
Local Time:8:22:28 AM
Population:904 [See All]
Area Codes:618 / 730
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:38.4578, -89.0288
Land Area:20.06 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 62893 has 904 residents and 393 households (average 2.30 persons per household). The median age is 51.5 years, significantly older than the state (38.8) and significantly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 55.8% male and 44.2% female, which is higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (94.6%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (0.8%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.8%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:904Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:926Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:897Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:45.1 people per sq mile
Average Income:$59,063Source: Census ACS
Households:393Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$123,100Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.30Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.78Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--8678879107989161,0531,0319921,054820905927922926
Decennial Census977------------------904--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 51.5

Male Median Age: 50.7

Female Median Age: 51.8

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male25153228152914382428357141382431133
Female161627201812143182833433650191568
Total4131594833412869325668114778843461911
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:85597.60%
Black:40.46%
Hispanic:*70.80%
Asian:50.57%
American Indian:30.34%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:20.23%
Total:876100%
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:50455.75%50.7 years
Females:40044.25%51.8 years
Total:904100%51.5 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:92599.89%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:10.11%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:926100%
Total Native Population:926100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $59,063, which is well under the national median ($80,734), is down $6,011 (9.2%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $5,833. Family households earn a median of $99,643 versus $52,780 for nonfamily households (a difference of $46,863). By gender, male median income is $44,130 and female is $53,621, which is modestly lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $9,491 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 59.4%, which is falls short of the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.5%, which is much lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (39.9%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$65,074$61,750$67,946$63,750$64,148$69,125$65,809$64,000$64,896$62,917$65,066$71,181$72,115$59,063
Median Family Income$59,844$63,929$68,750$66,875$68,750$77,679$78,500$80,417$83,958$81,250$67,434$102,917$89,306$99,643
Median NonFamily Income$50,000$28,438$29,875$41,500$51,000$33,750$31,250$33,750$33,750$26,250$37,500$48,611$51,063$52,780
Median Male Income$54,484$56,389$56,296$57,829$0$58,826$59,189$60,742$61,250$60,167$38,333$57,708$44,034$44,130
Median Female Income$43,333$43,750$48,750$47,578$0$27,386$29,583$30,100$31,492$33,750$38,194$48,564$50,781$53,621
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:46158.50%
Unemployed:70.89%
Not In Labor Force:32040.61%
Total:788100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:18439.91%
Service:7716.70%
Sales and Office:459.76%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:5511.93%
Production, transportation, and material moving:10021.69%
Total Civilian Employed Population:461100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $123,100, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is up $50,200 (68.86%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $3,900. The median gross rent is $918, which is far less than the national median ($1,413), is up $280 (43.89%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $288. Of occupied housing, owners make up 83.29% (50.00% with a mortgage, 50.00% free-and-clear) and renters 16.71% - making this ZIP Code under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 10.69%, which is markedly above the national rate (10.12%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$72,900$81,900$83,400$78,400$108,100$101,000$82,400$105,900$127,000$94,200$137,800$176,600$138,100$123,100
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:4059.70%
$1,000 to $1,499:913.43%
$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:1826.87%
Total:67100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$638$629$648$614$619$548$594$596$630$733$823$868$890$918
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):16741.65%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):16741.65%
Renter Occupied:6716.71%
Total Occupied Housing Units:401100%

Occupied Housing Units:40189.31%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):4810.69%
Total Housing Units:449100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:33574.61%
Multi-Family Units:20.45%
Other Units:11224.94%
Total Housing Units:449100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 26.20% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 95.90%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 1.80%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 9.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), up 5.20 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 0.20 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 (49.01%). College enrollment is 15.84%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:60.87%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:223.20%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):21931.83%
Some college, no degree:18827.33%
Associate's degree:7310.61%
Bachelor's degree:12718.46%
Graduate or professional degree:537.70%
Total:688100%
High school or higher:66095.93%
Bachelor's degree or higher:18026.16%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:66459.87%
Public Insurance:42838.59%
No Insurance:171.53%
Total:1,109100%
Has Health Insurance:1,09298.47%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty4.3%3.6%4.5%6.5%8.9%5.6%5.7%9.6%9.7%7.2%10.3%8.4%9.5%9.7%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:52.48%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):9949.01%
High school (grades 9-12):6632.67%
College or graduate school:3215.84%
Total:202100%
Early Childhood:52.48%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):16581.68%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 62893 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 7 business establishments, employing about 36 people with an annual payroll of $1,653,000. USPS data shows 390 residential mailboxes and 11 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:390Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:11Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:439Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:390Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:7Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$408,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$1,653,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:36Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 62893 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 39,437 people, about 2.29% of whom live in ZIP Code 62893. It covers 20.06 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.066 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Centralia, ILSource: Census
CBSA Number:16460Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:39,437Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:20.06 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.066 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:1778604Source: Census
Place Name:Walnut Hill village; IllinoisSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


62894 | | 62892

Schools in ZIP Code 62893


We could not locate which school district 62893 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.

Grand Prairie Elem School 21462 N Richview Ln
Centralia, IL 62801
District: Grand Prairie Community Consolidated School District 6Nearby
Rome Comm Cons Elem School 233 W South St
Dix, IL 62830
District: Rome Community Consolidated School District 2Nearby
Raccoon Cons Elem School 3601 State Route 161
Centralia, IL 62801
District: Raccoon Consolidated School District 1Nearby
Jordan Elem School 311 Airport Rd
Centralia, IL 62801
District: Centralia School District 135Nearby
Centralia High School 2100 E Calumet St
Centralia, IL 62801
District: Centralia High School District 200Nearby
New Horizon Christian School 12 Greenview Church Rd
Centralia, IL 62801
District: Private SchoolNearby
Trinity Lutheran School 203 S Pleasant Ave
Centralia, IL 62801
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Mary School 424 E Broadway
Centralia, IL 62801
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 62893


Kaskaskia College 27210 College Rd
Centralia, IL 62801
Type: Post Secondary
Rend Lake College 468 N Ken Gray Pkwy
Ina, IL 62846
Type: Post Secondary
Frontier Community College 2 Frontier Drive
Fairfield, IL 62837
Type: Post Secondary
Greenville University 315 E. College Ave.
Greenville, IL 62246
Type: Post Secondary
Mckendree University 701 College Rd
Lebanon, IL 62254-1291
Type: Post Secondary
Southwestern Illinois College 2500 Carlyle Ave
Belleville, IL 62221-5899
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 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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