Blue River township, Indiana
Blue River township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Blue River township is a geographic entity located in Harrison County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,025. The land area covers 38.44 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,025 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 48.8 yrs | ±9.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 783 | ±130 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (PEP, ACS 5-Year).
Housing & Real Estate Profile
| Housing Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Total Housing Units | 815 | ±133 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 783 | ±130 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 32 | ±33 |
| Median Home Value | $151,800 | ±$22,600 |
| Median Gross Rent | $598 | ±$112 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,250 | ±$22,509 |
| Per Capita Income | $37,788 | ±$8,219 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.5% | ±2.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 89 | ±55 |
| Unemployment Rate | 10.2% | ±10.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 879 | ±241 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77% | ±10.8% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Local Government & Public Administration
Authoritative general-purpose local government units serving this area
U.S. Census Bureau GUS (2026) / GMAF
| Government Unit | Unit Type | Jurisdiction Role | Contact / Address |
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TOWNSHIP OF BLUE RIVER
GUS Population: 2,005 (2024)
ID: 163889
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
5942 TOTTEN FORD RD NW, DEPAUW IN 47115-8446
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GUS Population: 39,978 (2024)
ID: 190098
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: HARRISON COUNTY AUDITOR
245 ATWOOD ST, STE 211, CORYDON IN 47112-2700
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Corydon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Corydon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Corydon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-06 | Corydon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Marengo, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Marengo, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-12 | Marengo, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Milltown, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Pekin, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Pekin, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 2 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Indiana University-Southeast
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College | 20.4 mi away | 4201 Grant Line Rd, New Albany, IN, 47150 |
8129412333
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PALMYRA BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 689 HAUB STREET, PALMYRA, IN, 47164 |
(812) 364-6425
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PJ's College of Cosmetology-Clarksville
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College Vocational | 23.4 mi away | 1414 Blackiston Mill Rd, Clarksville, IN, 47129 |
8122858805
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FREDERICK PORTER GRIFFIN CENTER FOR LOCAL HISTORY AND GENEAL
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 117 WEST BEAVER STREET, CORYDON, IN, 47112 |
(812) 738-5412
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Empire Beauty School-Dixie
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College Vocational | 24.0 mi away | 5120 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, 40216 |
8009204593
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HARRISON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 105 NORTH CAPITOL AVENUE, CORYDON, IN, 47112 |
(812) 738-4110
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Mid-America College of Funeral Service
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College | 24.7 mi away | 3111 Hamburg Pke, Jeffersonville, IN, 47130 |
8122888878
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CRAWFORD COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 203 INDIANA AVENUE, ENGLISH, IN, 47118 |
(812) 338-2606
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Simmons College of Kentucky
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College | 24.9 mi away | 1018 South 7th Street, Louisville, KY, 40203-3322 |
50277614435113
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GALENA DIGITAL BRANCH
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Library | 14.0 mi away | 6956 US-150, FLOYDS KNOBS, IN, 47119 |
(812) 949-3060
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Distances calculated from authoritative source coordinates. Source: CMS, IMLS, NCES IPEDS.
Climate & Weather Observations
NOAA Monthly Climate Normals
Observation Station: Climate data reflects NOAA 1991–2020 standard normals recorded at ENGLISH, IN US, located 16.0 miles from Blue River township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.7° | 23.8° | 33.2° | 3.77" | — |
| February | 48.0° | 26.0° | 37.0° | 3.64" | — |
| March | 57.9° | 34.5° | 46.2° | 4.82" | — |
| April | 69.2° | 43.9° | 56.5° | 5.25" | — |
| May | 77.3° | 53.8° | 65.6° | 4.99" | — |
| June | 86.0° | 61.6° | 73.8° | 5.41" | — |
| July | 87.9° | 65.6° | 76.8° | 3.81" | — |
| August | 88.1° | 64.1° | 76.1° | 2.93" | — |
| September | 82.4° | 56.1° | 69.2° | 3.70" | — |
| October | 70.7° | 43.6° | 57.2° | 4.01" | — |
| November | 58.2° | 35.4° | 46.8° | 4.34" | — |
| December | 46.8° | 27.9° | 37.3° | 4.31" | — |
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals (1991–2020).
Local Weather Forecast
Weather forecast data is currently unavailable in the local cache.
Nearby Cities & Communities
Listing adjacent communities by spatial proximity (miles)
Proximity discovery
| Community Name | Classification | Distance | Population |
|---|---|---|---|
| Depauw CDP | CDP | 2.7 mi | — |
| Ramsey CDP | CDP | 3.7 mi | — |
| Milltown town | Town | 4.7 mi | — |
| Fredericksburg CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Palmyra town | Town | 5.5 mi | — |
| New Salisbury CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1806106058. • Official Source Dataset →
- Socioeconomic & Housing Metrics: U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates and Population Estimates Program (PEP). Margin of Error (MOE) intervals are reported where published; suppressed values are never estimated or replaced with false zeros.
- Civic Directory Datasets: Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS Hospital Directory), National Center for Education Statistics (NCES IPEDS Postsecondary Directory), and Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS Public Libraries Survey). Airport landing facilities are provided by airport-data.com.
- Weather & Climate Observations: National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020 and National Weather Service (NWS) point forecasts.