Frequently Asked Questions About ZIP Code 62979
Quick facts and FAQs about ZIP Code 62979
Answers to frequently asked questions about the 62979 ZIP Code (Ridgway, IL)
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What region of the U.S. is ZIP Code 62979 associated with?
The 62979 ZIP Code is primarily associated with Ridgway, IL in the United States.
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What U.S. county is ZIP Code 62979 located in?
The 62979 ZIP Code is located in Gallatin County in the state of Illinois.
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What is the current population estimate for ZIP Code 62979?
The ZIP Code 62979 has a current population estimate of 1,020, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
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What is the per capita income in ZIP Code 62979?
The per capita income in ZIP Code 62979 of $29,518 is approximately 13.44% less than the per capita income in the U.S. overall of $34,103.
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What income range is most common for those living in ZIP Code 62979?
An estimated 22.5% of the residents in 62979 earn $50,000 to $74,999 per year, the highest percentage of any range, while 20.9% earn $75,000 to $99,999 per year.
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Are any residents of ZIP Code 62979 living below the poverty line?
An estimated 5.6% of the population is living below the poverty line in this region. This rate is approximately 41.05% lower than the overall poverty rate in the U.S. of 9.5%.
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What is the racial composition of ZIP Code 62979?
The most common race in 62979 (race alone or in combination with one or more other races), is White (99.4%), followed by Asian (4.0%) . In this region, 94.2% of residents are one race, while 5.8% are two or more races.
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What is the most frequent language spoken in home in ZIP Code 62979?
In ZIP Code 62979, approximately 99.1% of the population in 62979 list "English only" as the language spoken in home. This is the most common in-home language spoken in the region.
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Other than English, what is the most common language spoken in home in the 62979 ZIP Code?
An estimated 0.6% of residents in ZIP Code 62979 speak Asian and Pacific Islander languages at home. This is the most common language spoken in home, other than English.
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Are there more females or males in ZIP Code 62979?
There are more females than males in ZIP Code 62979. Females comprise approximately 51.7% of the population, while males make up an estimated 48.3%.
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What is the average age of residents in ZIP Code 62979?
Residents of ZIP Code 62979 have a median age of 43.5 years. People aged 25 to 34 years make up approximately 13.7% of the population in 62979, the largest percentage of any age group.
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Is the population in ZIP Code 62979 older or younger than average?
Residents of ZIP Code 62979 are older than average. The median age of 43.5 years in ZIP Code 62979 is approximately 14.17% higher than the overall median age in the U.S. of 38.1 years.
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How many residents in ZIP Code 62979 are senior citizens?
An estimated 27.9% of residents in ZIP Code 62979 are of age 62 years and older.
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What portion of the population in ZIP Code 62979 is of voting age?
According to U.S. Census Bureau data, approximately 83% of residents in the 62979 ZIP Code are in the voting age population (18 and over).
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How many residents in ZIP Code 62979 are high school graduates?
In ZIP Code 62979, 90.5% of the population graduated high school. In this region, 4.4% achieved an education level less than 9th grade, while 5.1% attended 9th to 12th grade, but did not receive a diploma.
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How many residents in ZIP Code 62979 are college graduates?
In ZIP Code 62979, 17.0% of the population has a Bachelor's degree or higher. An estimated 28.1% attended some college, but did not receive a degree.
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What is the highest level of education attained for the typical resident in ZIP Code 62979?
An estimated 34.9% of the residents in 62979 reached the level of high school graduate (includes equivalency), the highest percentage of any level. Additionally, 28.1% reached the level of some college, no degree.
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When were most homes built in ZIP Code 62979?
Approximately 21.4% of homes in ZIP Code 62979 were built in 1939 or earlier. This is, relatively speaking, the largest of percentage of any time range. Additionally, 20.9% of homes in the region were built between 1950 and 1959.
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How many people in ZIP Code 62979 do not have health insurance?
Approximately 8.3% of adults aged 18 to 64 in ZIP Code 62979 are uninsured and do not have health insurance.
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What job industry do residents of ZIP Code 62979 work in most frequently?
An estimated 26.4% of the employed population 16 years and over in ZIP Code 62979 work in educational services, and health care and social assistance. This is the largest percentage of any job industry.
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Which area codes are associated with ZIP Code 62979?
Telephone area codes that are frequently associated with ZIP Code 62979 include: 618.
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How common is broadband Internet service in ZIP Code 62979?
An estimated 75.9% of households in ZIP Code 62979 have broadband Internet service. Approximately 78.5% of households in the region have a computer in home.
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Does ZIP Code 62979 have good solar power potential?
The 62979 ZIP Code has above average solar power potential when compared to the U.S. as a whole. This region's average solar radiation level of 5.12kWh/m2/day is 3.43% greater than the overall U.S. daily average.
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How is the air quality in ZIP Code 62979?
The current air quality level in ZIP Code 62979, according to the Common Air Quality Index (CAQI) air quality index, is: Good.
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