ZIP Code 46516, Indiana
ZIP Code 46516 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 46516 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Elkhart County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 31,871. The land area covers 17.50 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 31,871 | ±1,598 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.7 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 12,244 | ±666 | 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 | 14,391 | ±646 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 12,244 | ±666 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,147 | ±329 |
| Median Home Value | $153,400 | ±$8,053 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,016 | ±$46 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $56,492 | ±$5,329 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,779 | ±$2,274 |
| Poverty Rate | 16.5% | ±3.5% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 5,221 | ±1,135 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.4% | ±1.8% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 14,953 | ±990 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.6% | ±6.9% |
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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GUS Population: 207,436 (2024)
ID: 163427
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: COUNTY ADMINISTRATOR
117 N 2ND ST, RM 101, GOSHEN IN 46526-3298
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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 | South Bend, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Elkhart, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Goshen, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Mishawaka, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | NILES, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | NILES, MI | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Bristol, IN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 09-12 | CASSOPOLIS, MI |
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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Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary
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College | 2.0 mi away | 3003 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517-1999 |
5742953726
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ELKHART PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 300 SOUTH SECOND STREET, ELKHART, IN, 46516 |
(574) 522-3333
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Goshen College
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College | 10.1 mi away | 1700 S Main St, Goshen, IN, 46526-4794 |
5745357000
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PIERRE MORAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 2400 BENHAM AVENUE, ELKHART, IN, 46517 |
(574) 294-6418
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Ross Medical Education Center-Granger
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College Vocational | 12.0 mi away | 445 E. University Drive, Granger, IN, 46530-4479 |
5742730304
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OSOLO BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.0 mi away | 3429 EAST BRISTOL STREET, ELKHART, IN, 46514 |
(574) 264-7234
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Bethel University
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College | 12.7 mi away | 1001 Bethel Circle, Mishawaka, IN, 46545-5591 |
5748077000
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DUNLAP BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 2.7 mi away | 58485 EAST COUNTY ROAD 13, ELKHART, IN, 46516 |
(574) 875-3100
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Lil Lou's Beauty and Barber College - South Bend
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College Vocational | 13.3 mi away | 3015 Mishawaka Avenue, South Bend, IN, 46615-0000 |
5743762250
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CLEVELAND BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 5.6 mi away | 53715 COUNTY ROAD 1, ELKHART, IN, 46514 |
(574) 266-2030
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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 GOSHEN 3SW, IN US, located 9.0 miles from ZCTA5 46516. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.7° | 17.8° | 24.7° | 2.78" | 13.8" |
| February | 35.5° | 20.2° | 27.9° | 2.33" | 11.4" |
| March | 47.2° | 28.8° | 38.0° | 2.44" | 5.4" |
| April | 60.3° | 38.7° | 49.5° | 3.79" | 1.2" |
| May | 71.7° | 49.9° | 60.8° | 4.27" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.4° | 59.6° | 70.0° | 4.12" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.3° | 62.8° | 73.1° | 3.99" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.3° | 61.3° | 71.3° | 4.05" | 0.0" |
| September | 75.2° | 53.9° | 64.5° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.8° | 43.3° | 53.0° | 3.33" | 0.1" |
| November | 48.4° | 32.8° | 40.6° | 2.96" | 3.4" |
| December | 36.5° | 23.7° | 30.1° | 2.52" | 9.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elkhart city | City | 1.2 mi | — |
| Dunlap CDP | CDP | 3.3 mi | — |
| Simonton Lake CDP | CDP | 5.3 mi | — |
| Bristol town | Town | 6.5 mi | — |
| Osceola town | Town | 6.8 mi | — |
| Goshen city | City | 9.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 46516. • 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.