Fults ZIP Codes — Monroe County, IL

There is one unique ZIP code in Fults, Illinois and it is 62244. Area code: 618.
1
ZIP codes
47.39
sq mi land
0.08
sq mi water
618
area code
Fults, IL ZIP code map

About Fults, IL

Fults is a small village located in Monroe County, Illinois. With its serene landscapes and close-knit community, it offers a quaint escape from urban life. The village is home to a unique charm that reflects the rich history and agricultural roots of the region.

Location & geography

Geographically, Fults is situated in the southern part of Illinois, approximately 20 miles south of St. Louis, Missouri. The area encompasses a land area of 47.39 square miles, with a small water area of 0.08 square miles. It is surrounded by other communities, including Waterloo to the northeast, Valmeyer to the south, and Columbia to the northwest.

Community & economy

Fults boasts a welcoming and tight-knit community atmosphere where residents take pride in their rural lifestyle. The local economy is primarily based on agriculture, contributing to its identity as a farming community. Daily life in Fults includes various community events and engagements that foster neighborly connections and support local initiatives.

Transportation

Transportation in Fults is accessible via several local and state highways, making it convenient for residents to travel to nearby towns and cities. The nearest significant highways include Illinois Route 3, which runs nearby, providing easy access to other regions. The closest major airport would be St. Louis Lambert International Airport, situated approximately 25 miles away.

History

Fults has a rich history that traces back to its founding, with its establishment linked to early farming settlements in the area. Over the years, it has maintained a focus on agriculture, which remains one of its primary industries. Although Fults is a small village, it has been part of Monroe County’s developmental journey, contributing to the agricultural landscape of southern Illinois.

Did you know?

One little-known fact about Fults is that it lies in a region known for its picturesque views of the Mississippi River Valley. This proximity to the river provides opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing and hiking for residents and visitors alike.

ZIP codes for Fults, IL (1)
ZIP code City County Map
62244 Fults Monroe View map

Demographics & statistics

933
Population
41.6
Median age
$97,250
Median household income
$41,485
Per capita income
$248,300
Median home value
$943
Median monthly rent
81.0%
Home ownership
2.0%
Poverty rate
7.8%
Unemployment
328
Housing units
15.7%
Bachelor's or higher

Age distribution

Male Female
47
Under 5
37
73
5–9
58
20
10–14
16
10
15–19
8
6
20–24
4
33
25–34
26
106
35–44
83
35
45–54
27
34
55–59
27
60
60–64
47
74
65–74
59
21
75–84
17
3
85+
2
← Male
Female →

Age summary

GroupCount%
Under 1826628.5%
18 and over66771.5%
65 and over17618.9%
Median age41.6 years

Race & ethnicity

White 96.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native 1.9%
Two or more races 0.7%
Hispanic or Latino 0.4%
GroupCount%
White90896.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native181.9%
Two or more races70.7%
Hispanic or Latino40.4%

Household income

Under $10k 3.6%
$15k–$25k 6.7%
$25k–$35k 4.8%
$35k–$50k 6.7%
$50k–$75k 16.8%
$75k–$100k 11.5%
$100k–$150k 32.8%
$150k–$200k 5.6%
$200k+ 11.5%
Range% of households
Under $10k3.6%
$15k–$25k6.7%
$25k–$35k4.8%
$35k–$50k6.7%
$50k–$75k16.8%
$75k–$100k11.5%
$100k–$150k32.8%
$150k–$200k5.6%
$200k+11.5%
Median income$97,250

Housing

Home values

Under $50k 9.0%
$50k–$100k 1.0%
$100k–$150k 5.2%
$150k–$200k 20.4%
$200k–$300k 24.6%
$300k–$500k 31.8%
$500k–$1M 8.0%

Housing overview

MetricValue
Median home value$248,300
Median rent / month$943
Owner occupied81.0%
Renter occupied19.0%
Vacant9.8%
Single-family detached98.7%
Large apartment buildings0.0%
Mobile homes1.3%
Median rooms6.1
Avg household size (owned)2.62

Year built

Era%
2020 or later0.0%
2010–201916.9%
2000–200913.9%
1990–199916.7%
1980–19895.3%
1970–197912.1%
1960–19694.5%
1950–19596.8%
1940–19490.0%
1939 or earlier23.7%

Bedrooms

Size% of units
No bedroom (studio)0.0%
1 bedroom0.8%
2 bedrooms29.3%
3 bedrooms53.0%
4 bedrooms14.1%
5+ bedrooms2.8%

Vehicles per household

Vehicles% of households
No vehicle0.0%
1 vehicle12.3%
2 vehicles40.9%
3 or more46.8%

Heating fuel

Fuel type%
Utility gas3.6%
Electricity14.0%
Propane / LP gas66.7%
Wood14.3%

Households & families

Household typeCount%
Married-couple family27577.0%
Cohabiting couple51.4%
Male householder, no spouse267.3%
Female householder, no spouse5114.3%
Households with children under 189927.7%
Households with seniors (65+)12735.6%
Average household size2.61

Marital status

StatusMaleFemale
Never married7.7%2.3%
Married84.7%81.6%
Separated1.5%0.0%
Widowed0.0%11.7%
Divorced6.2%4.4%

Education

Less than 9th grade 0.0%
Some HS, no diploma 11.0%
HS graduate 36.4%
Some college, no degree 29.8%
Associate's degree 7.0%
Bachelor's degree 10.9%
Graduate / professional 4.9%
Metric%
HS diploma or higher89.0%
Bachelor's or higher15.7%

School enrollment (ages 3–17)

TypeCount%
Nursery / preschool3317.9%
Kindergarten3720.1%
Elementary school9853.3%
High school168.7%
College / grad school00.0%

Employment

Industry of employment

Construction 13.0%
Other services 12.3%
Public administration 12.3%
Retail trade 10.9%
Finance & real estate 10.3%
Education & healthcare 10.0%
Agriculture & mining 7.5%
Professional & management 6.6%
Transportation & utilities 5.0%
Wholesale trade 4.8%
Arts, food & hospitality 4.3%
Manufacturing 2.7%
Information 0.2%

Occupation

Category%
Management, business & arts36.0%
Service7.7%
Sales & office23.0%
Natural resources & construction23.7%
Production & transportation9.6%

Employment type

Type%
Private sector79.0%
Government18.0%
Self-employed3.0%
Unpaid family workers0.0%

Commute

Method%
Drive alone77.6%
Carpool9.7%
Public transit0.0%
Walk2.3%
Other means0.0%
Avg commute (minutes)38.2

Poverty

All people 2.0%
Under 18 years 0.0%
18 and over 2.8%
Married-couple families 0.0%
Female-led households 0.0%

Income support

Source% of households
Social Security29.1%
Retirement income34.5%
Supplemental Security4.2%
Cash public assistance3.6%
Food stamps / SNAP3.9%

Health indicators

Condition%
High blood pressure30.5%
High cholesterol32.9%
Heart disease5.3%
Stroke2.4%
Asthma9.3%
Arthritis24.1%
Kidney disease2.3%
Pulmonary disease6.0%
Cancer6.2%
Behavior / access%
Binge drinking17.1%
No physical activity21.0%
Less than 7 hrs sleep32.2%
Fair or poor health11.4%
Poor mental health12.6%
Poor physical health8.7%
No health insurance8.8%
Visited doctor (checkup)75.9%
Visited dentist69.6%
Cholesterol screening90.7%
Teeth loss11.5%

Veterans & disability

VeteransCount%
Civilian veterans568.4%
Disability%
Any disability18.0%
Under 1819.2%
18–64 years14.5%
65 and over26.1%

Health insurance coverage

Type%
Private insurance91.0%
Public insurance25.5%
Uninsured under 190.0%

Language & origin

Language spoken at home (age 5+)

LanguageCount%
English only84991.0%
Spanish00.0%
Other Indo-European00.0%
Asian & Pacific Islander00.0%
Other languages00.0%

Place of birth & citizenship

OriginCount%
Native born (US)92398.9%
Born in same state91898.4%
Born in different state57361.4%
Foreign born50.5%
Naturalized citizen101.1%
Not a US citizen550.0%

Ancestry

AncestryCount%
Arab899.5%
English313.3%
Italian252.7%
AncestryCount%
French202.1%
Norwegian111.2%
German30.3%

Technology access

Metric% of households
Computer access38.3%
Internet access93.0%

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

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