The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 62275 sells for about $175,000, or $115 per square foot.
Prices are up +3.2% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 62 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $742 a month.
ZIP 62275 — Pocahontas
The housing market in 62275 remains stable with modest price appreciation driven by limited inventory and steady demand for rural, affordable living. While sales volume is low, the market is balanced, reflecting the area's role as a quiet residential enclave within reach of the St. Louis metro area.
This ZIP is ideal for families and individuals seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle with affordable housing costs, while remaining within commuting distance of the St. Louis metro area.
Median prices moved up 3.2% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 62 days on market with 4.1 months of supply — a fast-moving market.
12% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 97.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 1.6% · poverty 6.0% — a stable, low-distress profile.
Researched annual trajectory for this ZIP, from published historical series
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 3.8%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
Median annual property tax paid on this ZIP's residential parcels
Solid: researched ten-year history · dotted: 1 / 3 / 5-year projection extended from the historical 4.0%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
versus the prior ACS vintage
ZCTA 62275, Bond County IL
Crime rates in the Pocahontas area are generally low and consistent with rural Bond County trends, remaining significantly below the national average for violent and property crime.
Schools serving the area are primarily part of the Bond County Community Unit School District 2, which maintains a stable, community-focused educational environment.
The area is subject to standard Midwestern weather risks, including severe thunderstorms and occasional wind events; flood risk is localized to specific low-lying areas near Silver Lake.
Economic momentum is driven by proximity to the St. Louis metro area, with local employment anchored by agriculture, small-scale manufacturing, and regional logistics.
Composed from the ARED governance burden registry — tier-native tax structure (state + county + city + special districts), never averaged. State (Illinois) — Property Tax Assessment (Fair Cash Value): Property is assessed at 33 1/3% of its fair cash value. The tax bill is calculated by multiplying the equalized assessed value (EAV) by the aggregate tax rate of the local taxing districts.
Commuting is primarily car-dependent, with residents utilizing I-70 for access to the St. Louis employment core, typically resulting in a 45-60 minute drive.
The area offers significant outdoor access, including Silver Lake for fishing and boating, local community parks, and proximity to regional trail systems in neighboring counties.
The rental market is characterized by low inventory and steady demand from local workers, with limited short-term rental presence and stable, moderate rent growth.
The local economy is a mix of agricultural production, small-business retail, and regional service industries, with many residents commuting to the broader St. Louis metro area for employment.
Transportation is dominated by private vehicle use, with I-70 serving as the primary artery for regional connectivity.
Development is largely focused on maintaining existing infrastructure and small-scale residential infill rather than large-scale commercial expansion.
The Bond County Assessor manages property valuations, utilizing a mass appraisal system based on market sales and property characteristics.
Parcels are subject to Bond County property taxes, local school district levies, and specific fire protection district assessments.
Property insurance premiums are moderate, reflecting the area's low risk for major natural disasters, though coverage for wind and hail remains standard for the region.
Data retrieved from US Census Bureau ZCTA-level tables.
Public schools whose reported address is in this area (NCES). Not attendance boundaries — schools that serve residents may sit outside it. Check the district's address locator for assignment.
Primary local water feature for recreation and fishing.
Community park providing local green space and playground facilities.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.