Salt Creek township, Indiana
Salt Creek township profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
Salt Creek township is a geographic entity located in Franklin County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,003. The land area covers 27.14 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population (2025 PEP Estimate) | 1,003 | — | 2025 / Census |
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs | ±13.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 362 | ±100 | 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 | 392 | ±107 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 362 | ±100 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 30 | ±45 |
| Median Home Value | $254,500 | ±$244,093 |
| Median Gross Rent | Suppressed | — |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $62,396 | ±$38,440 |
| Per Capita Income | $28,820 | ±$7,999 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.9% | ±6.8% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 110 | ±76 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.4% | ±3.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 507 | ±173 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.7% | ±11.7% |
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 SALT CREEK
GUS Population: 1,001 (2024)
ID: 126150
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Township | Official Local Government |
Contact: TRUSTEE
24133 BULLFORK RD, OLDENBURG IN 47036-9729
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GUS Population: 23,136 (2024)
ID: 163430
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
1010 FRANKLIN AVE, BROOKVILLE IN 47012-1089
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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 | Batesville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Batesville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Batesville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Batesville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Brookville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | St Leon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | St Leon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Connersville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Brookville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Brookville, 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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LAUREL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 200 NORTH CLAY STREET, LAUREL, IN, 47024 |
(765) 698-2582
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BATESVILLE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.4 mi away | 131 NORTH WALNUT STREET, BATESVILLE, IN, 47006 |
(812) 934-4706
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FRANKLIN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 11.2 mi away | 919 MAIN STREET, BROOKVILLE, IN, 47012 |
(765) 647-4031
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GREENSBURG DECATUR COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 1110 EAST MAIN STREET, GREENSBURG, IN, 47240 |
(812) 663-2826
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GREENSBURG-DECATUR COUNTY CONTRACTUAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 1110 EAST MAIN STREET, GREENSBURG, IN, 47240 |
(812) 663-2826
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FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 828 NORTH GRAND AVENUE, CONNERSVILLE, IN, 47331 |
(765) 827-0773
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FAYETTE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 828 NORTH GRAND AVENUE, CONNERSVILLE, IN, 47331 | — |
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RUSHVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.4 mi away | 130 WEST THIRD STREET, RUSHVILLE, IN, 46173 |
(765) 932-3496
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MILAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 19.4 mi away | 1171 NORTH WARPATH DRIVE, MILAN, IN, 47031 |
(812) 654-1963
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OSGOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.6 mi away | 136 WEST RIPLEY STREET, OSGOOD, IN, 47037 |
(812) 689-4011
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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 BROOKVILLE, IN US, located 11.1 miles from Salt Creek township. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.1° | 20.5° | 29.3° | 3.36" | 6.1" |
| February | 42.4° | 22.6° | 32.5° | 2.67" | 5.0" |
| March | 53.0° | 30.6° | 41.8° | 3.58" | 2.1" |
| April | 65.8° | 40.5° | 53.2° | 4.60" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.6° | 51.2° | 63.4° | 4.79" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.6° | 60.1° | 71.9° | 4.89" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.1° | 63.7° | 75.4° | 3.89" | 0.0" |
| August | 86.4° | 62.3° | 74.4° | 3.00" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.5° | 54.5° | 67.5° | 2.96" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.3° | 42.4° | 55.3° | 3.30" | 0.1" |
| November | 54.3° | 32.6° | 43.4° | 3.40" | 0.3" |
| December | 42.6° | 25.5° | 34.1° | 3.37" | 4.0" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hamburg CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Peppertown CDP | CDP | 2.4 mi | — |
| Lake Santee CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Oldenburg town | Town | 5.0 mi | — |
| Metamora CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Lake View CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 1804767554. • 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.