62959 — Marion, IL Home Values
Typical home value $183,240 as of August 2026 · 11th of 29 in Carbondale-Marion, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 62959, August 2021 to August 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 62959 compares in the Carbondale-Marion, IL area
ZIP code 62959 (Marion, IL) has a typical home value of $183,240 as of August 2026, ranking 11th of 29 ZIP codes tracked in the Carbondale-Marion, IL area, more expensive than about 66% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +2.6% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +23.6%, from $148,259 in August 2021 to $183,240 in August 2026. Against observed rent, the typical home here sells for 14.6× the annual rent ($1,046/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 Carbondale-Marion, IL forecast for a modeled outlook, or browse the full ranked list of ZIP codes in Carbondale.
Population and demographics
ZIP code 62959 has a population of 27,779, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 87% White, 4.7% Black or African American, 3.3% two or more races, 2.5% Hispanic or Latino, 1.9% Asian, 0.3% American Indian or Alaska Native, and 0.3% another race.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Williamson Co Learning Cntr | 409 S Court St, Marion, IL | 1.5 mi |
| Washington Elem School | 420 E Main St, Marion, IL | 1.5 mi |
| Marion High School | 1501 S Carbon St, Marion, IL | 1.6 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 62959?
$183,240 as of August 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 62959 an expensive ZIP code in the Carbondale-Marion, IL area?
62959 ranks 11th of 29 ZIP codes in the Carbondale-Marion, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 66% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 62959 changed over the past year?
+2.6% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
Is it cheaper to buy or rent in ZIP code 62959?
The typical home price is 14.6× the observed annual rent in this ZIP code ($1,046/mo). Lower multiples favor buying over renting, all else equal.
What is the population of ZIP code 62959?
27,779, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 62959?
Williamson Co Learning Cntr (1.5 mi), Washington Elem School (1.5 mi), Marion High School (1.6 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 62959?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of August 2026, not a forecast. Sialim's forecasting engine runs at the metro level; see the Carbondale-Marion, 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.