| City: | Millcreek, Illinois |
| Names to Avoid: | Mill Creek |
| County: | Union County |
| Timezone: | Central (GMT -06:00) |
| Local Time: | 8:23:12 AM |
| Population: | 52 [See All] |
| Area Codes: | 618 / 730 |
| Classification: | PO Box |
| Coordinates: | 37.3411, -89.2532 |
| Land Area: | 0.343 sq mi |
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The settlement reflects rural southern Illinois character, where households average 2.7 people and the median income sits at $34,413. The community sees a blend of city carrier routes and rural delivery routes serving the scattered addresses. Home values cluster around $107,500, typical for small agricultural communities in this part of the state. The post office on Walnut Street handles mail for this compact settlement where nearly everyone knows their neighbors.
Despite having street delivery available, most residents in Millcreek opt for PO Boxes at the post office. The 84% adoption rate reflects rural preferences for centralized mail pickup rather than reliance on carrier routes alone. The post office operates both city and rural carrier routes, with the Postmaster facility serving as the community's mail hub. Seven ZIP+4 segments cover the area, splitting between street delivery and PO Box assignments.
The two streets reflect a tiny rural settlement with traditional naming. Walnut Street handles most carrier delivery, while Bridge Street has minimal coverage. The limited street infrastructure explains why most residents prefer PO Boxes.
ZIP Code 62961 has 52 residents and 19 households (average 2.74 persons per household). The median age is 29.0 years, significantly younger than the state (38.8) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.9% male and 48.1% female, which is slightly higher than the state male share (49.0%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (88.5%, much higher than the state average of 61.4% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (0.0%, much lower than the state average of 14.1% and well below the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 0.0%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).
Explore More:Population Over TimeBy Age & GenderBy RaceBy GenderNativity & Citizenship
| 2020 Population: | 52Source: Census DHC |
| 2024 ACS Population Estimate: | 37Source: Census ACS |
| 2026 ZC Population Estimate: | 0Source: ZIP-Codes.com |
| Population Density: | 151.6 people per sq mile |
| Average Income: | $151,250Source: Census ACS |
| Households: | 19Source: Census DHC |
| Average House Value: | $666,666,666Source: Census ACS |
| Persons Per Household: | 2.74Source: Census DHC |
| Average Family Size: | 2.20Source: Census ACS |
| Group | 2010 | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Census ACS Population Estimate | -- | 113 | 80 | 70 | 48 | 36 | 39 | 36 | 51 | 31 | 28 | 31 | 45 | 32 | 37 |
| Decennial Census | 65 | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | -- | 52 | -- | -- | -- | -- |
Median Age: 29
Male Median Age: 26.5
Female Median Age: 33.5
| 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 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 0 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Female | 1 | 1 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Total | 6 | 2 | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 6 | 1 | 4 | 2 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| White: | 46 | 100.00% |
| Black: | 0 | 0% |
| Hispanic:* | 0 | 0% |
| Asian: | 0 | 0% |
| American Indian: | 0 | 0% |
| Hawaiian: | 0 | 0% |
| Other: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 46 | 100% |
| Gender | Count | % | Median Age |
|---|---|---|---|
| Males: | 27 | 51.92% | 26.5 years |
| Females: | 25 | 48.08% | 33.5 years |
| Total: | 52 | 100% | 29.0 years |
| Native, born in the United States: | 37 | 100.00% |
| Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Population: | 37 | 100% |
| Total Native Population: | 37 | 100.00% |
| Total Foreign-born Population: | 0 | 0.00% |
In 2024, the Median household income is $151,250, which is much higher than the national median ($80,734), is up $118,750 (365.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $151,250. Family households earn a median of $151,250 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $151,250). By gender, male median income is $0 and female is $0, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($55,274), with a current gap of $0 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 54.3%, which is markedly below the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 31.6%, which is considerably above the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Sales (38.5%).
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| Income Type | 2011 | 2012 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $32,500 | $51,250 | $53,750 | $54,750 | $90,000 | $91,125 | $93,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $107,500 | $151,250 |
| Median Family Income | $21,667 | $39,063 | $40,000 | $78,125 | $90,714 | $91,094 | $93,750 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $107,500 | $151,250 |
| Median NonFamily Income | $42,500 | $55,313 | $55,500 | $31,250 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Median Male Income | $35,938 | $41,875 | $44,167 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $46,250 | $45,625 | $48,750 | $53,750 | $55,750 | $0 |
| Median Female Income | $20,625 | $22,000 | $21,875 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Employed: | 13 | 37.14% |
| Unemployed: | 6 | 17.14% |
| Not In Labor Force: | 16 | 45.71% |
| Total: | 35 | 100% |
| Management, business, science, and arts: | 4 | 30.77% |
| Service: | 2 | 15.38% |
| Sales and Office: | 5 | 38.46% |
| Natural resources, construction, and maintenance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Production, transportation, and material moving: | 2 | 15.38% |
| Total Civilian Employed Population: | 13 | 100% |
In 2024, the median home value is $0, which is much lower than the national median ($332,700), is down $65,000 (100.00%) since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $33,800. The median gross rent is $0, which is well under the national median ($1,413), is down $567 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Insufficient data for owner/renter mix. Insufficient data for vacancy rate.
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| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $65,000 | $65,000 | $27,500 | $42,500 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $36,100 | $33,800 | $33,300 | $36,300 | $38,800 | $0 | $0 |
| Less than $500: | 0 | 0% |
| $500 to $999: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,000 to $1,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $1,500 to $1,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,000 to $2,499: | 0 | 0% |
| $2,500 to $2,999: | 0 | 0% |
| $3,000 or more: | 0 | 0% |
| No Rent: | 0 | 0% |
| Total: | 0 | 100% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Median Rent | $567 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 | $0 |
| Owner Occupied (with mortgage): | 4 | 33.33% |
| Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage): | 8 | 66.67% |
| Renter Occupied: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Occupied Housing Units: | 12 | 100% |
| Occupied Housing Units: | 12 | 100.00% |
| Vacant Housing Units (not graphed): | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 12 | 100% |
| Single-Family Units: | 12 | 100.00% |
| Multi-Family Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Other Units: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total Housing Units: | 12 | 100% |
In 2024, 20.00% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.70%). High school or higher is 100.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.60%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.40%). The share of people in poverty is 16.70%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.80%), down 32.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 21.20 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (50.00%). College enrollment is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.
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| Less than 9th grade: | 0 | 0.00% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 0 | 0.00% |
| High school graduate (includes equivalency): | 14 | 46.67% |
| Some college, no degree: | 5 | 16.67% |
| Associate's degree: | 5 | 16.67% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 4 | 13.33% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 2 | 6.67% |
| Total: | 30 | 100% |
| High school or higher: | 30 | 100.00% |
| Bachelor's degree or higher: | 6 | 20.00% |
| Private Insurance: | 22 | 56.41% |
| Public Insurance: | 17 | 43.59% |
| No Insurance: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 39 | 100% |
| Has Health Insurance: | 39 | 100.00% |
| Group | 2011 | 2102 | 2013 | 2014 | 2015 | 2016 | 2017 | 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| % of People in Poverty | 57.1% | 20.0% | 21.4% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 36.8% | 46.2% | 33.3% | 54.5% | 50.0% | 25.0% | 16.7% |
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: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Kindergarten: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 1 | 50.00% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 1 | 50.00% |
| College or graduate school: | 0 | 0.00% |
| Total: | 2 | 100% |
| Early Childhood: | 0 | 0.00% |
| K-12 (Primary & Secondary School): | 2 | 100.00% |
ZIP Code 62961 is designated for PO Box delivery only; business establishment and employment data are not available.
| # Residential Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| # Business Mailboxes: | 0Source: USPS |
| Total Delivery Receptacles: | 367Source: USPS |
| Single Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| Multi Family Delivery Units: | 0Source: USPS |
| # of Businesses: | 0Source: CBP |
| 1st Quarter Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| Annual Payroll: | $0Source: CBP |
| # of Employees: | 0Source: CBP |
ZIP Code 62961 is located in Union County, Illinois, within the Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA ) and Illinois's 12nd Congressional District. This area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 62961. It covers 0.343 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.006 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: | 0.343 sq miSource: Census |
| Water Area: | 0.006 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: | --Source: Census |
| Place Name: | --Source: Census |
We could not locate which school district 62961 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.
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.