62985 — Simpson, IL Home Values
Typical home value $186,844 as of June 2026 · 10th of 29 in Carbondale-Marion, IL
Blue: typical home value (Zillow ZHVI) in ZIP code 62985, June 2021 to June 2026. This page shows observed data only; no forecast.
How 62985 compares in the Carbondale-Marion, IL area
ZIP code 62985 (Simpson, IL) has a typical home value of $186,844 as of June 2026, ranking 10th of 29 ZIP codes tracked in the Carbondale-Marion, IL area, more expensive than about 69% of ZIP codes in the metro. Prices here have moved +8.0% over the trailing 12 months. Over the past five years, the typical value in this ZIP code has changed +29.5%, from $144,286 in June 2021 to $186,844 in June 2026.
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 62985 has a population of 1,108, per the Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate. By race and ethnicity: 92.9% White, 4.4% two or more races, and 2.7% Hispanic or Latino.
Nearby public schools
| School | Address | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| New Simpson Hill Dist 32 | 95 Tunnel Hill Rd, Tunnel Hill, IL | 8.6 mi |
| Pope Co High School | 125 State Highway 146 W, Golconda, IL | 11.8 mi |
| Pope County Elementary School | 125 State Highway 146 W, Golconda, IL | 11.8 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 62985?
$186,844 as of June 2026, the latest month Zillow has published observed data for.
Is 62985 an expensive ZIP code in the Carbondale-Marion, IL area?
62985 ranks 10th of 29 ZIP codes in the Carbondale-Marion, IL area by typical home value, more expensive than about 69% of ZIP codes in the metro.
How much have home values in 62985 changed over the past year?
+8.0% over the trailing 12 months, from observed Zillow data.
What is the population of ZIP code 62985?
1,108, per the US Census Bureau's American Community Survey 5-year estimate.
What are the closest public schools to ZIP code 62985?
New Simpson Hill Dist 32 (8.6 mi), Pope Co High School (11.8 mi), Pope County Elementary School (11.8 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 62985?
No. Every number on this page is observed Zillow data as of June 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.