62522 — Decatur, IL Home Values
Typical home value $91,808 as of July 2026 · 13th of 13 in Decatur, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 62522, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 62522 compares in the Decatur, IL area
ZIP code 62522 (Decatur, IL) has a typical home value of $91,808 as of July 2026, ranking 13th of 13 ZIP codes tracked in the Decatur, IL area, more expensive than about 8% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +3.8% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +25.5%, from $73,159 in July 2021 to $91,808 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 8.6× the annual rent ($890/mo), a common way to gauge whether buying looks cheap relative to renting in this ZIP code.
Every figure above is observed Zillow data. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level; see the Decatur, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Decatur.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 62522 has a population of 14,984, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 63.2% White, 29.3% Black or African American, 4.5% two or more races, 2% Hispanic or Latino, 0.8% Asian, 0.2% another race, and 0.1% American Indian or Alaska Native.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Sangamon Valley Primary School | 1095 N Meridian, Harristown, IL | 2.6 mi |
| American Dreamer STEM Academy | 2115 S Taylor Rd, Decatur, IL | 3.5 mi |
| MacArthur High School | 300 E Eldorado St, Decatur, IL | 4 mi |
Distance is straight-line from the ZIP code's center; driving distance will be longer. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm which school a specific address is zoned for with the local school district. Source: National Center for Education Statistics.
Frequently asked questions
What is the typical home value in ZIP code 62522?
$91,808 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 62522 an expensive ZIP code in the Decatur, IL area?
62522 ranks 13th of 13 ZIP codes in the Decatur, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 8% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 62522 changed over the past year?
+3.8% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 62522?
The typical home price is 8.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($890/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 62522?
14,984, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 62522?
Sangamon Valley Primary School (2.6 mi), American Dreamer STEM Academy (3.5 mi), MacArthur High School (4 mi), by straight-line distance from the ZIP code's center. School attendance is set by district boundaries, not proximity. Confirm assignment with the local school district.
Is this page showing a forecast for 62522?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of July 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Decatur, IL forecast for a modeled outlook.
ZIP-level values shown here are observed Zillow data, not forecasts. Sialim's forecasting engine works at the metro level today; ZIP-level forecasts are planned for Sialim Pro. Data © Zillow, via Zillow Research.