Murphysboro, IL 62966

Population 15,527

62966 is zip code located in Murphysboro, Illinois. The population is 15,527, making 62966 the largest zipcode in Murphysboro and the largest in Jackson County.

There are 7 public schools in 62966 with an average Homefacts rating of C+. The total crime rate for Murphysboro is low , and there are 37 registered sex offenders residing in the zip code 62966. Unemployment in 62966 is very high.

Murphysboro Neighborhood Report

Schools

School Rating is Above average

Crime Rate

8.38% Lower than national avg.

Registered Offenders

51.27% Higher than national avg.

Environmental Hazards

77 Found nearby

Unemployment

Very High 4.6%

Property Values

Median Property Value $0

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7 Public Schools view public schools

Summary
There are 7 K-12 public schools in 62966, IL and 5 private schools. Homefacts rates 62966's schools as Above average, with an overall C+ rating.

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Property Report Overview

Housing Inventory

Property Type
  • Vacant
    15.9%
  • Rented
    26.7%
  • Owned
    57.4%

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  • In 2013, the city of Murphysboro, IL issued 1 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
  • In 2012, the city of Murphysboro, IL issued 2 building permits. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes. All permits issued were for Single Family Homes.
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Fair Market Rents

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  • Property Type Rent
  • Studio: $490
  • 1 Bedroom: $560
  • 2 Bedrooms: $740
  • 3 Bedrooms: $970
  • 4 Bedrooms: $1,080

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Environmental Hazards

77 Environmental Hazards

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Health Hazards

  • Air Quality HEALTHY (261/283)
    Murphysboro, IL has 92.23% good air quality.
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  • Radon ZONE 2 COUNTY
    Murphysboro, IL is a yellow zone.
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  • UV Index MODERATE 4.62 Average
    Murphysboro, IL is a moderate risk area for ultra-violet rays.
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Weather

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Average Monthly Temperature

  • January 32.55°
  • February 37.25°
  • March 48.72°
  • April 57.78°
  • May 66.75°
  • June 76.27°
  • July 79.28°
  • August 76.52°
  • September 68.88°
  • October 57.43°
  • November 46.9°
  • December 36.92°

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Natural Disasters

Probability of Natural Disasters for Murphysboro, IL

Earthquakes
Murphysboro, IL has a moderate risk of earthquakes.
Hurricanes
Murphysboro, IL has no risk of hurricanes.
Hail
Murphysboro, IL has a moderate risk of hail storms.
Tornadoes
Murphysboro, IL has a very high risk of tornadoes.

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Median Household Income

Median Household Income in 62966: $39,361

Unemployment

Unemployment in Murphysboro is 4.6%. It is lower than the state and national averages, 4.8% and 7.7% respectively

Workforce Breakdown

Blue Collar - 43.98%
White Collar - 56.02%

Politics

State Representatives

  • Gov. Bruce Rauner
  • Sen. Richard J. Durbin
  • Sen. Mark Kirk

City Representatives

  • Mike Bost

Neighborhood Info

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1 Cemetery view all

11 FCC Towers view all

1 Hospital view all

1 Library view all

2 Police Stations view all

0 Retirement Homes view all

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