ZIP Code 46542, Indiana
ZIP Code 46542 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 46542 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Elkhart County / Kosciusko County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 5,096. The land area covers 50.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 5,096 | ±510 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 35.1 yrs | ±6.9 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,825 | ±230 | 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 | 1,931 | ±250 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,825 | ±230 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 106 | ±105 |
| Median Home Value | $187,900 | ±$20,524 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,092 | ±$44 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $78,606 | ±$18,458 |
| Per Capita Income | $30,972 | ±$3,602 |
| Poverty Rate | 4.2% | ±2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 211 | ±103 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1.2% | ±1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,665 | ±290 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 75.2% | ±2.9% |
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 | KG-06 | Goshen, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Bremen, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Bremen, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Goshen, IN | |
| Alternative School Nearby | KG-12 | Goshen, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Warsaw, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Warsaw, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Goshen, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Goshen, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Goshen, 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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Goshen College
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College | 11.7 mi away | 1700 S Main St, Goshen, IN, 46526-4794 |
5745357000
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MILFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 101 NORTH MAIN STREET, MILFORD, IN, 46542 |
(574) 658-4312
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Grace College and Theological Seminary
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College | 12.1 mi away | 1 Lancer Way, Winona Lake, IN, 46590-1274 |
5743725100
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SYRACUSE-TURKEY CREEK TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.5 mi away | 115 EAST MAIN STREET, SYRACUSE, IN, 46567 |
(574) 457-3022
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Anabaptist Mennonite Biblical Seminary
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College | 18.7 mi away | 3003 Benham Ave, Elkhart, IN, 46517-1999 |
5742953726
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NAPPANEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.5 mi away | 157 NORTH MAIN STREET, NAPPANEE, IN, 46550 |
(574) 773-7919
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EVELYN LEHMAN CULP HERITAGE COLLECTION
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Library | 7.7 mi away | 302 W MARKET ST., NAPPANEE, IN, 46550 |
(574) 773-7812
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NORTH WEBSTER COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.2 mi away | 110 E NORTH STREET, NORTH WEBSTER, IN, 46555 |
(574) 834-7122
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WARSAW COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.9 mi away | 310 EAST MAIN STREET, WARSAW, IN, 46580 |
(574) 267-6011
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WAKARUSA-OLIVE & HARRISON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.5 mi away | 124 NORTH ELKHART STREET, WAKARUSA, IN, 46573 |
(574) 862-2465
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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 NORTHERN INDIANA WFO, IN US, located 9.2 miles from ZCTA5 46542. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.4° | 17.5° | 24.4° | 2.30" | 14.6" |
| February | 35.7° | 20.2° | 28.0° | 2.31" | 14.9" |
| March | 46.8° | 28.9° | 37.8° | 2.76" | 5.1" |
| April | 59.8° | 39.3° | 49.6° | 4.13" | 0.9" |
| May | 70.5° | 50.0° | 60.3° | 4.08" | 0.0" |
| June | 79.2° | 59.6° | 69.4° | 4.16" | 0.0" |
| July | 82.6° | 62.7° | 72.6° | 3.84" | 0.0" |
| August | 80.4° | 61.6° | 71.0° | 4.19" | 0.0" |
| September | 74.1° | 54.2° | 64.1° | 3.27" | 0.0" |
| October | 62.9° | 43.5° | 53.2° | 3.08" | 0.0" |
| November | 48.0° | 33.0° | 40.5° | 3.11" | 3.7" |
| December | 36.3° | 23.3° | 29.8° | 2.57" | 8.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Milford town | Town | 2.0 mi | — |
| Leesburg town | Town | 4.7 mi | — |
| Syracuse town | Town | 6.5 mi | — |
| Oswego CDP | CDP | 6.8 mi | — |
| Nappanee city | City | 7.4 mi | — |
| New Paris CDP | CDP | 7.6 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 46542. • 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.