The story of this market
The typical home in ZIP 62036 sells for about $185,000, or $112 per square foot.
Prices are up +2.4% from a year ago, so sellers still have some momentum. Homes take about 92 days to sell, which is slow. HUD's fair market rent for a two-bedroom is $563 a month.
ZIP 62036 — Golden Eagle
The housing market in 62036 is characterized by low inventory and slow turnover, typical of a rural, stable population base. Prices have seen modest, steady appreciation, driven by limited supply rather than high demand. The market remains neutral as it is largely insulated from the volatility seen in larger urban centers.
This ZIP is best suited for retirees, agricultural workers, or those seeking a quiet, rural lifestyle who are comfortable with a significant commute to reach major employment hubs.
Median prices moved up 2.4% year over year.
Homes spend a median of 92 days on market with 7.0 months of supply — a slower-moving market.
7% of listings have cut prices · homes sell at 96.5% of asking — demand is running ahead of supply.
no recorded foreclosure-ledger notices (0.0 per 10,000 residents) · unemployment 11.4% · poverty 2.3% — a mixed stability 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 3.6%/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 4.2%/yr trend — a deterministic estimate, not a published forecast or guarantee.
ZCTA 62036, Calhoun County IL
Crime rates in the Golden Eagle area are significantly lower than the Illinois and national averages, reflecting the rural, low-density nature of Calhoun County.
Schools serving this area are part of the Calhoun Community Unit School District 40, which maintains small class sizes typical of rural Illinois districts.
The area faces moderate flood risk due to its proximity to the Mississippi and Illinois rivers, requiring standard flood insurance considerations for riverfront properties.
Economic momentum is limited by the rural geography; the area relies on agricultural output and proximity to the St. Louis metro area for employment opportunities.
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 traveling toward the St. Louis metro area via regional highways; transit options are not available.
The area offers extensive outdoor recreation including access to the Mississippi River, local wildlife refuges, and rural trails, though commercial shopping is limited.
The rental market is very thin with low turnover and limited institutional investor presence, primarily consisting of single-family homes.
The local economy is anchored by agriculture and small-scale services, with many residents commuting to the St. Louis metropolitan area for employment.
Transportation is entirely reliant on private vehicles; there is no public transit infrastructure serving this rural ZIP code.
There are no major commercial or residential developments currently approved or under construction within the ZIP code.
The Calhoun County Assessor manages property valuations, typically reassessing on a multi-year cycle to align with state-mandated market value targets.
Parcels are primarily served by Calhoun Community Unit School District 40 and local fire protection districts.
Property insurance premiums are influenced by riverine flood risk and the rural nature of the area, which can impact fire protection ratings.
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.
Provides significant recreational boating and fishing access.
Major regional attraction for birdwatching and nature trails.
Key-figure check: no independent anchor retained yet — first-researched cycles establish the anchor baseline this pass.