Posey township, Indiana
Posey township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Posey township is a geographic entity located in Harrison County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,893. The land area covers 39.70 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 2,893 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 44 yrs | ±8.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,124 | ±118 | 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 | 1,135 | ±123 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,124 | ±118 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 11 | ±13 |
| Median Home Value | $216,000 | ±$21,547 |
| Median Gross Rent | $869 | ±$42 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $84,348 | ±$30,583 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,625 | ±$5,349 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.6% | ±2.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 102 | ±62 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,283 | ±224 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.6% | ±7.9% |
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 POSEY
GUS Population: 2,872 (2024)
ID: 163893
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: POSEY TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE
6440 SAND HILL RD SE, ELIZABETH IN 47117-8234
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Brandenburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Shepherdsville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY |
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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Empire Beauty School-Dixie
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College Vocational | 7.4 mi away | 5120 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, 40216 |
8009204593
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ELIZABETH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.0 mi away | 5101 MAIN STREET, ELIZABETH, IN, 47117 |
(812) 969-2899
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University of Louisville
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College | 12.2 mi away | 2301 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY, 40292-0001 |
5028525555
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SOUTHWEST REGIONAL
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 9725 DIXIE HIGHWAY, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40272 |
(502) 933-0029
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Simmons College of Kentucky
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College | 12.8 mi away | 1018 South 7th Street, Louisville, KY, 40203-3322 |
50277614435113
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LANESVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.2 mi away | 7340 PENNINGTON STREET, LANESVILLE, IN, 47136 |
(812) 952-3759
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Spalding University
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College | 13.3 mi away | 901 S Fourth Street, Louisville, KY, 40203-2188 |
5025859911
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NICHOLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 10729 HWY 44 W, WEST POINT, KY, 40177 |
(502) 324-7699
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Jefferson Community and Technical College
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College | 13.6 mi away | 109 East Broadway, Louisville, KY, 40202 |
5022132200
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SHIVELY
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Library | 9.3 mi away | 3920 DIXIE HIGHWAY, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40216 |
(502) 574-1730
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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 LOUISVILLE INTL AP, KY US, located 12.4 miles from Posey township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.6° | 27.8° | 35.7° | 3.39" | 4.5" |
| February | 48.3° | 30.7° | 39.5° | 3.41" | 4.1" |
| March | 58.1° | 38.6° | 48.4° | 4.60" | 2.1" |
| April | 69.6° | 48.5° | 59.0° | 4.80" | 0.1" |
| May | 77.8° | 58.7° | 68.3° | 5.18" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.7° | 67.2° | 76.4° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| July | 89.0° | 70.8° | 79.9° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| August | 88.4° | 69.5° | 78.9° | 3.71" | 0.0" |
| September | 82.2° | 61.9° | 72.0° | 3.66" | 0.0" |
| October | 70.5° | 50.1° | 60.3° | 3.72" | 0.1" |
| November | 57.6° | 39.4° | 48.5° | 3.42" | 0.3" |
| December | 47.2° | 32.1° | 39.6° | 4.13" | 2.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth town | Town | 1.1 mi | — |
| New Middletown town | Town | 5.3 mi | — |
| Lanesville town | Town | 7.3 mi | — |
| Shively city | City | 9.1 mi | — |
| Laconia town | Town | 9.9 mi | — |
| West Point city | City | 10.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1806161344. • 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.