ZIP Code 46229, Indiana
ZIP Code 46229 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 46229 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Hancock County / Marion County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 28,457. The land area covers 11.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 28,457 | ±1,978 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 36.6 yrs | ±2.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 11,479 | ±787 | 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 | 12,133 | ±801 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 11,479 | ±787 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 654 | ±274 |
| Median Home Value | $191,100 | ±$19,349 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,069 | ±$76 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $61,388 | ±$7,205 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,449 | ±$2,454 |
| Poverty Rate | 11.3% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 3,221 | ±988 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.5% | ±2.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 13,716 | ±1,212 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91% | ±2.5% |
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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GUS Population: 88,810 (2024)
ID: 194496
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ASSESSOR
111 AMERICAN LEGION PL, SUITE 204, GREENFIELD IN 46140-2371
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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 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-05 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 01-06 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Indianapolis, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-03 | Indianapolis, 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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Martin University
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College | 6.8 mi away | 2186 North Sherman Drive, Indianapolis, IN, 46218-0567 |
3175433235
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WARREN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.2 mi away | 9701 EAST 21ST STREET, INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46229 |
(317) 275-4550
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Horizon University
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College | 7.4 mi away | 7700 Indian Lake Road, Indianapolis, IN, 46236-2622 |
8005534674
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FORT BEN BRANCH
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Library | 4.9 mi away | 9330 EAST 56TH STREET, INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46216 |
(317) 275-4750
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International Business College-Indianapolis
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College | 7.6 mi away | 7205 Shadeland Station, Indianapolis, IN, 46256-3954 |
3178132300
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IRVINGTON BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.1 mi away | 5625 EAST WASHINGTON STREET, INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46219 |
(317) 275-4450
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Ivy Tech Community College
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College | 9.7 mi away | 50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive, Indianapolis, IN, 46208-5752 |
3179214800
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SUGAR CREEK BRANCH
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Library | 5.7 mi away | 5731 WEST US 52, NEW PALESTINE, IN, 46163 |
(317) 861-6618
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American College of Education
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College | 9.8 mi away | 101 West Ohio Street, Suite 1200, Indianapolis, IN, 46204 |
8002800307
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EAST 38TH STREET BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 5420 EAST 38TH STREET, INDIANAPOLIS, IN, 46218 |
(317) 275-4350
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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 INDIANAPOLIS SE SIDE, IN US, located 6.9 miles from ZCTA5 46229. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.2° | 18.9° | 26.6° | 3.08" | — |
| February | 39.1° | 21.7° | 30.4° | 2.34" | — |
| March | 49.7° | 30.5° | 40.1° | 3.71" | — |
| April | 61.9° | 41.3° | 51.6° | 4.46" | — |
| May | 72.3° | 52.4° | 62.3° | 4.99" | — |
| June | 80.9° | 61.6° | 71.2° | 5.42" | — |
| July | 83.7° | 64.4° | 74.0° | 3.87" | — |
| August | 82.6° | 62.6° | 72.6° | 3.56" | — |
| September | 76.8° | 55.1° | 65.9° | 3.21" | — |
| October | 64.6° | 43.5° | 54.1° | 3.23" | — |
| November | 50.6° | 32.7° | 41.7° | 3.44" | — |
| December | 39.2° | 24.2° | 31.7° | 3.27" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cumberland town | Town | 1.7 mi | — |
| Warren Park town | Town | 4.0 mi | — |
| Lawrence city | City | 5.4 mi | — |
| New Palestine town | Town | 6.1 mi | — |
| Spring Lake town | Town | 6.5 mi | — |
| Philadelphia CDP | CDP | 7.1 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 46229. • 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.