Zip Code 62966 — Murphysboro, IL
62966 is a ZIP Code associated with Murphysboro, IL, located within Jackson. 62966 ranks #2 out of 15 ZIP codes in Jackson County by population (and #305 out of 1,396 in IL). The area supports an estimated population of 13,945 residents across Data Pending housing units, with a population density of 48.5 people per square mile.
WorldPlaceData database updated: October 2026
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| Data Metric | Local Statistic |
|---|
| Postal / Zip Code | 62966 |
| Primary City | Murphysboro |
| State / Province | IL |
| County | Jackson |
| Total Population | 13,945 |
| Median Household Income | Data Pending |
| Total Housing Units | Data Pending |
| Population Density | 48.5 people/sq mi |
| Timezone | America/Chicago |
How 62966 Compares
| Metric | ZIP 62966 | Jackson County | IL State Average |
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| Population | 13,945 | 51,949 (Total) | 12,694,745 (Total) |
| Average ZIP Income | Data Pending | N/A | N/A |
| Population Density | 48.5 /sq mi | -- | -- |
| County Pop Rank | #2 of 15 | -- | -- |
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