Beason ZIP Codes — Logan County, IL

There is one unique ZIP code in Beason, Illinois and it is 62512. Area code: 217.
1
ZIP codes
46.66
sq mi land
0.00
sq mi water
217
area code
Beason, IL ZIP code map

About Beason, IL

Beason, Illinois, is a small community located in Logan County. Known for its rural character, Beason offers a quiet and peaceful environment for its residents. The city serves as a quaint reminder of small-town life in central Illinois.

Location & geography

Beason is situated in the heart of Illinois, surrounded by picturesque rural landscapes. The nearest cities include Lincoln, located about 12 miles to the southeast, and Elkhart, approximately 10 miles to the east. The total land area of Beason is 46.66 square miles, with no significant bodies of water within its borders.

Community & economy

The community of Beason is characterized by its tight-knit atmosphere and friendly residents. The local economy is driven by agriculture and small businesses, typical of rural Illinois. Daily life in Beason revolves around community events, local gatherings, and a strong commitment to maintaining a peaceful lifestyle.

Transportation

Beason is accessible via local roads that connect to larger highways, making it easy to travel to nearby cities. The nearest major airport is the Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport in Springfield, approximately 30 miles away. Public transportation options may be limited, so most residents rely on personal vehicles for commuting.

History

Beason was founded in the late 19th century and has maintained its charm as a small agricultural community. The area has historically been focused on farming and related industries, which continue to be central to its economy today. Notable events in the city's past reflect its evolving nature while preserving its rural heritage.

Did you know?

A surprising fact about Beason is that it is one of the few communities in Illinois with only one ZIP code, which is 62512. Despite its small size, Beason has a rich history intertwined with the agricultural development of Logan County.

ZIP codes for Beason, IL (1)
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Demographics & statistics

502
Population
54.3
Median age
$52,885
Median household income
$28,685
Per capita income
$125,000
Median home value
$617
Median monthly rent
75.0%
Home ownership
8.8%
Poverty rate
0.0%
Unemployment
222
Housing units
13.1%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
7
Under 5
7
5
5–9
5
21
10–14
24
6
15–19
6
8
20–24
9
23
25–34
25
22
35–44
25
32
45–54
35
21
55–59
23
26
60–64
28
35
65–74
38
22
75–84
24
12
85+
13
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 188116.1%
18 and over42183.9%
65 and over14428.7%
Median age54.3 years

Race & ethnicity

White 97.8%
Two or more races 1.4%
Black or African American 0.8%
GroupCount%
White49197.8%
Two or more races71.4%
Black or African American40.8%

Household income

Under $10k 3.6%
$10k–$15k 9.7%
$15k–$25k 2.4%
$25k–$35k 11.3%
$35k–$50k 16.1%
$50k–$75k 24.6%
$75k–$100k 18.5%
$100k–$150k 13.7%
Range% of households
Under $10k3.6%
$10k–$15k9.7%
$15k–$25k2.4%
$25k–$35k11.3%
$35k–$50k16.1%
$50k–$75k24.6%
$75k–$100k18.5%
$100k–$150k13.7%
Median income$52,885

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 12.4%
$50k–$100k 32.8%
$100k–$150k 19.9%
$200k–$300k 25.8%
$300k–$500k 7.0%
$500k–$1M 2.2%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$125,000
Median rent / month$617
Owner occupied75.0%
Renter occupied25.0%
Vacant12.7%
Single-family detached94.7%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes0.0%
Median rooms6.7
Avg household size (owned)2.06

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–20195.6%
2000–20095.3%
1990–19993.2%
1980–19891.8%
1970–19793.9%
1960–19690.0%
1950–195912.7%
1940–194914.8%
1939 or earlier52.8%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom2.8%
2 bedrooms22.5%
3 bedrooms47.2%
4 bedrooms22.2%
5+ bedrooms5.3%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle2.4%
1 vehicle23.0%
2 vehicles53.6%
3 or more21.0%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas68.1%
Electricity7.7%
Propane / LP gas21.8%
Wood2.4%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family12048.4%
Cohabiting couple00.0%
Male householder, no spouse5120.6%
Female householder, no spouse7731.0%
Households with children under 183915.7%
Households with seniors (65+)12148.8%
Average household size2.02

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married11.5%14.2%
Married72.0%60.9%
Separated0.0%0.0%
Widowed2.5%18.5%
Divorced14.0%6.4%

Education

Less than 9th grade 1.0%
Some HS, no diploma 5.0%
HS graduate 55.0%
Some college, no degree 11.4%
Associate's degree 14.6%
Bachelor's degree 13.1%
Graduate / professional 0.0%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher94.1%
Bachelor's or higher13.1%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool911.8%
Kindergarten1013.2%
Elementary school3242.1%
High school2532.9%
College / grad school00.0%

Employment

Industry of employment

Education & healthcare 32.2%
Agriculture & mining 17.2%
Wholesale trade 16.7%
Manufacturing 13.3%
Construction 6.4%
Professional & management 4.7%
Information 3.9%
Retail trade 3.0%
Transportation & utilities 2.6%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts30.5%
Service2.1%
Sales & office17.6%
Natural resources & construction23.6%
Production & transportation26.2%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector70.4%
Government12.9%
Self-employed16.7%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone94.0%
Carpool2.1%
Public transit0.0%
Walk0.0%
Other means3.9%
Avg commute (minutes)22.6

Poverty

All people 8.8%
Under 18 years 0.0%
18 and over 10.5%
Married-couple families 7.5%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security50.8%
Retirement income29.0%
Supplemental Security2.0%
Cash public assistance0.0%
Food stamps / SNAP8.5%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure33.8%
High cholesterol32.5%
Heart disease6.8%
Stroke3.1%
Asthma9.5%
Arthritis27.6%
Kidney disease2.9%
Pulmonary disease7.4%
Cancer7.1%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking15.7%
No physical activity24.3%
Less than 7 hrs sleep32.3%
Fair or poor health13.9%
Poor mental health12.7%
Poor physical health10.1%
No health insurance10.0%
Visited doctor (checkup)76.1%
Visited dentist63.9%
Cholesterol screening90.3%
Teeth loss14.2%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans307.1%
Disability%
Any disability16.5%
Under 180.0%
18–64 years13.4%
65 and over31.9%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance76.9%
Public insurance37.5%
Uninsured under 1918.5%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only48897.2%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)502100.0%
Born in same state502100.0%
Born in different state41482.5%
Foreign born00.0%
Naturalized citizen00.0%
Not a US citizen00.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Italian11222.3%
French5511%
AncestryCount%
Dutch112.2%
Arab112.2%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access49.4%
Internet access88.3%

Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 2025 estimates.

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