ZIP Code 46815, Indiana
ZIP Code 46815 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 46815 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Allen County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 27,238. The land area covers 9.67 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 27,238 | ±1,634 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs | ±2.2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 10,433 | ±613 | 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 | 11,066 | ±592 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 10,433 | ±613 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 633 | ±262 |
| Median Home Value | $209,500 | ±$6,551 |
| Median Gross Rent | $979 | ±$59 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $73,239 | ±$5,082 |
| Per Capita Income | $34,797 | ±$2,050 |
| Poverty Rate | 9.9% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 2,568 | ±613 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.4% | ±2.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 12,831 | ±946 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.1% | ±7.4% |
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: 399,295 (2024)
ID: 163420
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
1 E MAIN ST, RM 102, FORT WAYNE IN 46802-1887
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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 | Fort Wayne, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fort Wayne, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 11-12 | Fort Wayne, IN | |
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 06-12 | Fort Wayne, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Arcola, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Fort Wayne, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Fort Wayne, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fort Wayne, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fort Wayne, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fort Wayne, 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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Ravenscroft Beauty College
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College Vocational | 1.5 mi away | 4530 Lahmeyer Road, Fort Wayne, IN, 46835 |
2604868868
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GEORGETOWN BRANCH
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Library | 0.1 mi away | 6600 EAST STATE BOULEVARD, FORT WAYNE, IN, 46815 |
(260) 421-1320
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Indiana University - Purdue University Indianapolis - IU Fort Wayne
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College | 2.8 mi away | 2101 East Coliseum Boulevard, Fort Wayne, IN, 46805-1499 | — |
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TECUMSEH BRANCH
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 1411 EAST STATE BLVD, FORT WAYNE, IN, 46805 |
(260) 421-1360
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Purdue University Fort Wayne
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College | 2.8 mi away | 2101 E Coliseum Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46805-1499 |
2604814739
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NEW HAVEN BRANCH
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Library | 3.3 mi away | 648 GREEN STREET, NEW HAVEN, IN, 46774 |
(260) 421-1345
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Indiana Institute of Technology
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College | 3.5 mi away | 1600 E Washington Blvd, Fort Wayne, IN, 46803-1228 |
8009372448
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PONTIAC BRANCH
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 2215 SOUTH HANNA STREET, FORT WAYNE, IN, 46803 |
(260) 421-1350
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Indiana Institute of Technology-College of Professional Studies
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College | 3.5 mi away | 1600 E. Washington Blvd., Fort Wayne, IN, 46803 |
2604225561
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ALLEN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.7 mi away | 900 LIBRARY PLAZA, FORT WAYNE, IN, 46802 |
(260) 421-1200
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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 WOODBURN 3N, IN US, located 11.7 miles from ZCTA5 46815. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 31.9° | 17.7° | 24.8° | 2.44" | — |
| February | 35.3° | 19.2° | 27.2° | 1.97" | — |
| March | 46.3° | 27.4° | 36.9° | 2.54" | — |
| April | 59.8° | 37.3° | 48.6° | 3.57" | — |
| May | 71.1° | 48.7° | 59.9° | 4.67" | — |
| June | 80.7° | 59.0° | 69.9° | 3.86" | — |
| July | 84.3° | 62.3° | 73.3° | 3.57" | — |
| August | 82.1° | 59.7° | 70.9° | 3.99" | — |
| September | 76.2° | 52.1° | 64.2° | 3.07" | — |
| October | 63.4° | 41.5° | 52.5° | 2.58" | — |
| November | 48.8° | 31.3° | 40.0° | 2.91" | — |
| December | 36.9° | 23.2° | 30.0° | 2.31" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| New Haven city | City | 3.3 mi | — |
| Fort Wayne city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Maples CDP | CDP | 7.9 mi | — |
| Leo-Cedarville town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
| Grabill town | Town | 8.7 mi | — |
| Hessen Cassel CDP | CDP | 8.7 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 46815. • 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.