Jefferson township, Indiana
Jefferson township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Jefferson township is a geographic entity located in Grant County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,689. The land area covers 41.77 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 5,689 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 24.8 yrs | ±3.5 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,651 | ±129 | 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 | 1,827 | ±153 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,651 | ±129 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 176 | ±81 |
| Median Home Value | $192,200 | ±$27,374 |
| Median Gross Rent | $905 | ±$172 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $70,694 | ±$16,876 |
| Per Capita Income | $26,100 | ±$3,141 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.2% | ±4.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 383 | ±182 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.3% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,702 | ±173 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 90.9% | ±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 JEFFERSON
GUS Population: 5,677 (2024)
ID: 163868
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
PO BOX 698, UPLAND IN 46989-0698
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GUS Population: 66,458 (2024)
ID: 163431
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: EXEC SECRETARY COMMISSIONERS OFC
401 S ADAMS ST, STE 222, MARION IN 46953-2036
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Albany, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Alexandria, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Alexandria, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Alexandria, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Marion, IN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | Fairmount, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Hartford City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Hartford City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Hartford City, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK | Muncie, 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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Taylor University
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College | 2.0 mi away | 1846 Main Street, Upland, IN, 46989-1001 |
8008823456
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MATTHEWS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 816 WISCONSIN AVE, MATTHEWS, IN, 46957 |
(765) 997-1540
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Indiana Wesleyan University-Marion
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College | 10.7 mi away | 4201 South Washington Street, Marion, IN, 46953-4974 |
7656746901
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UPLAND PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 29 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, UPLAND, IN, 46989 |
(765) 998-2971
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Indiana Wesleyan University-National & Global
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College | 10.9 mi away | 1900 West 50th Street, Marion, IN, 46953 |
7656772870
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HARTFORD CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 314 NORTH HIGH STREET, HARTFORD CITY, IN, 47348 |
(765) 348-1720
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Ross Medical Education Center-Muncie
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College Vocational | 14.7 mi away | 411 W. Riggin, Muncie, IN, 47303-6413 |
7652821950
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GAS CITY-MILL TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.3 mi away | 135 EAST MAIN STREET, GAS CITY, IN, 46933 |
(765) 674-4718
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Ball State University
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College | 16.3 mi away | 2000 W. University Ave, Muncie, IN, 47306 |
7652891241
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JONESBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.6 mi away | 124 EAST 4TH STREET, JONESBORO, IN, 46938 |
(765) 677-9080
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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 HARTFORD CITY 4 ESE, IN US, located 11.2 miles from Jefferson township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.1° | 18.9° | 26.0° | 2.67" | 9.0" |
| February | 37.1° | 21.3° | 29.2° | 2.35" | 8.2" |
| March | 47.9° | 30.2° | 39.0° | 3.31" | 5.0" |
| April | 61.4° | 40.7° | 51.0° | 3.89" | 0.6" |
| May | 71.9° | 51.9° | 61.9° | 4.24" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.4° | 61.4° | 70.9° | 4.43" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.2° | 64.0° | 73.6° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.5° | 61.9° | 71.7° | 4.33" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.3° | 54.7° | 65.5° | 3.48" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.4° | 43.9° | 54.2° | 2.89" | 0.2" |
| November | 50.0° | 33.6° | 41.8° | 3.28" | 2.0" |
| December | 38.1° | 24.5° | 31.3° | 2.67" | 7.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Upland town | Town | 2.4 mi | — |
| Matthews town | Town | 2.8 mi | — |
| Fowlerton town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| Shamrock Lakes town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| Gas City city | City | 6.4 mi | — |
| Hartford City city | City | 7.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1805337962. • 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.