62526 — Decatur, IL Home Values
Typical home value $100,676 as of July 2026 · 12th of 13 in Decatur, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 62526, July 2021 to July 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 62526 compares in the Decatur, IL area
ZIP code 62526 (Decatur, IL) has a typical home value of $100,676 as of July 2026, ranking 12th of 13 ZIP codes tracked in the Decatur, IL area, more expensive than about 15% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +6.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +35.7%, from $74,212 in July 2021 to $100,676 in July 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 9.8× the annual rent ($856/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 62526 has a population of 31,191, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 69.9% White, 20.9% Black or African American, 3.9% two or more races, 3.3% Hispanic or Latino, 1.6% Asian, and 0.3% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Parsons Elementary School | 601 N Church St, Decatur, IL | 1.7 mi |
| Pershing Early Learning Center | 300 E Eldorado St, Decatur, IL | 2 mi |
| Franklin Grove Elem School | 601 N Church St, Decatur, IL | 2.3 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 62526?
$100,676 as of July 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 62526 an expensive ZIP code in the Decatur, IL area?
62526 ranks 12th of 13 ZIP codes in the Decatur, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 15% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 62526 changed over the past year?
+6.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 62526?
The typical home price is 9.8× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($856/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 62526?
31,191, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 62526?
Parsons Elementary School (1.7 mi), Pershing Early Learning Center (2 mi), Franklin Grove Elem School (2.3 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 62526?
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.