ZIP Code 47117, Indiana
ZIP Code 47117 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47117 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Floyd County / Harrison County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 4,400. The land area covers 82.97 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 4,400 | ±382 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.2 yrs | ±5.7 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,722 | ±171 | 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 | 1,772 | ±180 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,722 | ±171 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 50 | ±40 |
| Median Home Value | $221,700 | ±$17,329 |
| Median Gross Rent | $860 | ±$36 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $86,853 | ±$10,828 |
| Per Capita Income | $41,640 | ±$7,443 |
| Poverty Rate | 3.4% | ±1.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 150 | ±73 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.5% | ±2.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 2,066 | ±267 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 77.2% | ±5.9% |
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: 81,931 (2024)
ID: 125977
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: DIR OF OPERATIONS
2524 CORYDON PIKE, NEW ALBANY IN 47150-6196
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alternative School Nearby | 05-12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Special Education School Nearby | 12 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | Brandenburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Louisville, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Louisville, KY |
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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Empire Beauty School-Dixie
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College Vocational | 8.5 mi away | 5120 Dixie Highway, Louisville, KY, 40216 |
8009204593
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ELIZABETH BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 1.4 mi away | 5101 MAIN STREET, ELIZABETH, IN, 47117 |
(812) 969-2899
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University of Louisville
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College | 13.6 mi away | 2301 S 3rd St, Louisville, KY, 40292-0001 |
5028525555
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SOUTHWEST REGIONAL
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Library | 5.9 mi away | 9725 DIXIE HIGHWAY, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40272 |
(502) 933-0029
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Simmons College of Kentucky
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College | 14.3 mi away | 1018 South 7th Street, Louisville, KY, 40203-3322 |
50277614435113
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NICHOLS BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 10729 HWY 44 W, WEST POINT, KY, 40177 |
(502) 324-7699
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Spalding University
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College | 14.8 mi away | 901 S Fourth Street, Louisville, KY, 40203-2188 |
5025859911
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LANESVILLE BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 9.0 mi away | 7340 PENNINGTON STREET, LANESVILLE, IN, 47136 |
(812) 952-3759
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Jefferson Community and Technical College
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College | 15.1 mi away | 109 East Broadway, Louisville, KY, 40202 |
5022132200
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SHIVELY
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Library | 10.7 mi away | 3920 DIXIE HIGHWAY, LOUISVILLE, KY, 40216 |
(502) 574-1730
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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 BRANDENBURG, KY US, located 13.2 miles from ZCTA5 47117. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 43.0° | 22.7° | 32.8° | 3.96" | — |
| February | 47.3° | 25.3° | 36.3° | 3.52" | — |
| March | 56.9° | 32.6° | 44.8° | 4.94" | — |
| April | 69.2° | 42.1° | 55.6° | 5.37" | — |
| May | 76.3° | 52.7° | 64.5° | 6.03" | — |
| June | 83.2° | 61.0° | 72.1° | 4.50" | — |
| July | 86.4° | 65.1° | 75.7° | 4.92" | — |
| August | 85.9° | 63.3° | 74.6° | 3.59" | — |
| September | 80.3° | 55.8° | 68.0° | 3.84" | — |
| October | 69.1° | 44.2° | 56.6° | 3.92" | — |
| November | 56.1° | 33.8° | 44.9° | 3.95" | — |
| December | 46.0° | 27.0° | 36.5° | 4.76" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elizabeth town | Town | 1.3 mi | — |
| New Middletown town | Town | 6.0 mi | — |
| Laconia town | Town | 8.2 mi | — |
| West Point city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Lanesville town | Town | 9.2 mi | — |
| Shively city | City | 10.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47117. • 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.