ZIP Code 47042, Indiana
ZIP Code 47042 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47042 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Ripley County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,839. The land area covers 68.35 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,839 | ±316 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 45.7 yrs | ±6 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,651 | ±157 | 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 | 1,838 | ±168 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,651 | ±157 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 187 | ±97 |
| Median Home Value | $213,700 | ±$15,787 |
| Median Gross Rent | $773 | ±$65 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $75,580 | ±$17,201 |
| Per Capita Income | $35,724 | ±$4,708 |
| Poverty Rate | 10% | ±3.4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 372 | ±132 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.3% | ±3.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,919 | ±244 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 91.3% | ±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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COUNTY OF RIPLEY
GUS Population: 29,214 (2024)
ID: 125985
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
PO BOX 235, VERSAILLES IN 47042-0235
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | North Vernon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Canaan, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Dillsboro, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Osgood, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Osgood, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Aurora, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Milan, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Milan, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-06 | Milan, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Milan, 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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Veritas Baptist College
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College | 22.4 mi away | 208 Walnut Street, Suite 115, Lawrenceburg, IN, 47025 |
8122211714
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TYSON LIBRARY ASSOCIATION, INC
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Library | 3.6 mi away | 325 WEST TYSON STREET, VERSAILLES, IN, 47042 |
(812) 689-5894
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Hanover College
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College | 23.7 mi away | 517 Ball Drive, Hanover, IN, 47243 |
8128667000
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OSGOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 136 WEST RIPLEY STREET, OSGOOD, IN, 47037 |
(812) 689-4011
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MILAN BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 10.4 mi away | 1171 NORTH WARPATH DRIVE, MILAN, IN, 47031 |
(812) 654-1963
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DILLSBORO PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 10151 LIBRARY LANE, DILLSBORO, IN, 47018 |
(812) 954-4151
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LOCAL HISTORY LIBRARY @ THE DEPOT
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 510 SECOND STREET, AURORA, IN, 47001 |
(812) 926-4363
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AURORA PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 19.1 mi away | 414 2ND STREET, AURORA, IN, 47001 |
(812) 926-0646
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BATESVILLE MEMORIAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 19.5 mi away | 131 NORTH WALNUT STREET, BATESVILLE, IN, 47006 |
(812) 934-4706
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WESTPORT BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 20.4 mi away | 205 WEST MAIN STREET, WESTPORT, IN, 47283 |
(812) 591-2330
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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 N VERNON 2 ESE, IN US, located 18.5 miles from ZCTA5 47042. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.8° | 23.3° | 31.5° | 3.37" | 4.8" |
| February | 45.0° | 26.3° | 35.6° | 3.16" | 5.9" |
| March | 55.3° | 34.2° | 44.8° | 4.22" | 2.2" |
| April | 67.4° | 43.6° | 55.5° | 5.28" | 0.1" |
| May | 75.4° | 53.1° | 64.3° | 4.92" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.8° | 61.4° | 72.1° | 5.07" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.5° | 65.0° | 75.2° | 4.47" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.8° | 63.3° | 74.0° | 4.45" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.1° | 55.8° | 67.4° | 3.34" | 0.0" |
| October | 68.2° | 44.8° | 56.5° | 3.53" | 0.0" |
| November | 55.0° | 35.3° | 45.2° | 3.83" | 0.3" |
| December | 43.6° | 27.7° | 35.7° | 3.66" | 3.9" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Versailles town | Town | 3.0 mi | — |
| Elrod CDP | CDP | 5.5 mi | — |
| New Marion CDP | CDP | 5.6 mi | — |
| Cross Plains CDP | CDP | 6.1 mi | — |
| Osgood town | Town | 7.8 mi | — |
| Holton town | Town | 7.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47042. • 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.