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47872

Indiana · 8,557 residents · 169.57 sq mi
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ZIP 47872 has lower-than-average household income, with a median household income of $70,781. Population has held roughly steady since 2024. 16% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national rate of 36%. Median home value is $161,500. Among the 7 ZIP codes in Parke County, 47872 ranks 4th by median household income.

$70,781
US average: $82,259
$161,500
US average: $376,019
15.8%
US average: 35.6%
Age, sex & households
Under 18
21.7%
Age 65+
19.7%
46.8%
53.2%
2.54 people
Race & ethnicity · 2024
2024
White, non-Hispanic92.7%(7,930)
Black3%(256)
Hispanic / Latino1%(86)
Asian0%(0)
Other3.3%(285)
Diversity Score17.4%(1,488)
Housing
Commute & vehicles
Work & employment
People & community
Affordability & inequality
Within Parke County
Income rank vs other ZIPs
LOWEST4TH OF 7HIGHEST
Adjacent ZIPs
47832$78,125
47837$77,500
47859$74,583
Frequently asked

How many people live in ZIP code 47872?

ZIP code 47872 has about 8,557 residents according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 47872?

The typical household in ZIP code 47872 earns about $70,781 a year. Half of households make more than that, and half make less.

Is ZIP code 47872 expensive?

In ZIP code 47872, the median home is worth about $161,500, and the typical rent is about $695 a month.

How educated are people in ZIP code 47872?

About 15.8% of adults age 25 and over in ZIP code 47872 hold a bachelor's degree or higher.

What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 47872?

About 16.6% of people in ZIP code 47872 live below the federal poverty line.

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DATA: US CENSUS BUREAU ACS 5-YEAR · ZCTA · UPDATED 2024