Carpenter township, Indiana
Carpenter township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Carpenter township is a geographic entity located in Jasper County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,998. The land area covers 52.29 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,998 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 43.9 yrs | ±10.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 876 | ±144 | 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 | 954 | ±148 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 876 | ±144 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 78 | ±56 |
| Median Home Value | $155,900 | ±$13,575 |
| Median Gross Rent | $823 | ±$267 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $79,500 | ±$6,281 |
| Per Capita Income | $49,936 | ±$13,234 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.8% | ±5.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 209 | ±119 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.4% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,156 | ±220 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 95.5% | ±4.4% |
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 CARPENTER
GUS Population: 1,961 (2024)
ID: 163929
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: CARPENTER TWP TRUSTEE
17739 S 1080 W, 705 N NEBRASKA ST, REMINGTON IN 47977-8612
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GUS Population: 33,387 (2024)
ID: 194493
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR OF JASPER COUNTY
115 W WASHINGTON ST, STE 200, RENSSELAER IN 47978-2829
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Oxford, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Morocco, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Oxford, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rensselaer, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rensselaer, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Rensselaer, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Kentland, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Kentland, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Kentland, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Wolcott, IN |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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REMINGTON-CARPENTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.9 mi away | 105 NORTH OHIO STREET, REMINGTON, IN, 47977 |
(219) 261-2543
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GOODLAND & GRANT TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 111 SOUTH NEWTON STREET, GOODLAND, IN, 47948 |
(219) 297-4431
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WOLCOTT COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 101 EAST NORTH STREET, WOLCOTT, IN, 47995 |
(219) 279-2695
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BROOK-IROQUOIS-WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.3 mi away | 100 WEST MAIN STREET, BROOK, IN, 47922 |
(219) 275-2471
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JASPER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 208 WEST SUSAN STREET, RENSSELAER, IN, 47978 |
(219) 866-5881
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BENTON COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.9 mi away | 102 NORTH VAN BUREN AVENUE, FOWLER, IN, 47944 |
(765) 884-1720
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EARL PARK-RICHLAND TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 102 EAST FIFTH STREET, EARL PARK, IN, 47942 |
(219) 474-6932
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KENTLAND-JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 201 EAST GRAHAM STREET, KENTLAND, IN, 47951 |
(219) 474-5044
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YORK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.3 mi away | 8908 WEST 845 NORTH, EARL PARK, IN, 47942 |
(219) 474-5547
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MONON TOWN & TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 427 NORTH MARKET STREET, MONON, IN, 47959 |
(219) 253-6517
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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 RENSSELAER, IN US, located 10.4 miles from Carpenter township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.0° | 16.1° | 24.0° | 2.58" | 8.2" |
| February | 36.5° | 19.3° | 27.9° | 2.04" | 8.8" |
| March | 48.1° | 28.7° | 38.4° | 2.71" | 3.5" |
| April | 61.1° | 38.9° | 50.0° | 3.88" | 0.1" |
| May | 72.3° | 50.6° | 61.5° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.4° | 60.4° | 70.9° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.9° | 63.4° | 73.6° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.5° | 61.2° | 71.8° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.2° | 53.2° | 65.2° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.1° | 41.3° | 52.7° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| November | 49.1° | 31.3° | 40.2° | 2.59" | 0.5" |
| December | 37.0° | 21.9° | 29.5° | 2.25" | 4.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Remington town | Town | 2.9 mi | — |
| Goodland town | Town | 5.8 mi | — |
| Wolcott town | Town | 7.5 mi | — |
| Brook town | Town | 11.4 mi | — |
| Rensselaer city | City | 12.3 mi | — |
| Fowler town | Town | 12.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1807310396. • 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.