ZIP Code 47371, Indiana
ZIP Code 47371 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47371 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jay County / Randolph County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 12,424. The land area covers 219.60 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 12,424 | ±542 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.6 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,854 | ±257 | 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 | 5,515 | ±240 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,854 | ±257 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 661 | ±210 |
| Median Home Value | $123,000 | ±$9,821 |
| Median Gross Rent | $754 | ±$63 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,000 | ±$9,844 |
| Per Capita Income | $29,897 | ±$2,132 |
| Poverty Rate | 12.9% | ±3.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,582 | ±457 |
| Unemployment Rate | 3.1% | ±1.1% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,905 | ±359 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.5% | ±1.7% |
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: 20,164 (2024)
ID: 163436
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: JAY COUNTY AUDITOR
120 N COURT ST, 209, PORTLAND IN 47371-2195
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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 | Albany, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Bryant, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Ridgeville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-02 | Portland, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Portland, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Fort Recovery, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fort Recovery, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Fort Recovery, OH | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Portland, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Union City, OH |
Source: k12guides.com.
Community Facilities & Infrastructure
Displaying 10 civic institutions across 1 datasets queried
CMS • IPEDS • IMLS
| Facility Name | Category | Relationship | Address / Location | Contact |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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JAY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 315 NORTH SHIP STREET, PORTLAND, IN, 47371 |
(260) 726-7890
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JAY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 1.5 mi away | 315 NORTH SHIP STREET, PORTLAND, IN, 47371 |
(260) 726-7890
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RIDGEVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.5 mi away | 308 NORTH WALNUT STREET, RIDGEVILLE, IN, 47380 |
(765) 857-2025
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FORT RECOVERY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 113 N. WAYNE ST., FORT RECOVERY, OH, 45846 |
(419) 375-2869
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PENN TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 195 NORTH UNION, PENNVILLE, IN, 47369 |
(260) 731-3333
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GENEVA BRANCH
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 305 EAST LINE STREET, GENEVA, IN, 46740 |
(260) 368-7270
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DUNKIRK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.5 mi away | 127 WEST WASHINGTON STREET, DUNKIRK, IN, 47336 |
(765) 768-6872
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BERNE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 166 NORTH SPRUNGER STREET, BERNE, IN, 46711 |
(260) 589-2809
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WINCHESTER COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.0 mi away | 125 NORTH EAST STREET, WINCHESTER, IN, 47394 |
(765) 584-4824
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ST. HENRY BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 200 E MAIN ST, ST. HENRY, OH, 45883 |
(419) 678-3128
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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 PORTLAND 1 SW, IN US, located 1.6 miles from ZCTA5 47371. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 33.8° | 17.0° | 25.4° | 2.82" | 6.4" |
| February | 37.6° | 19.0° | 28.3° | 2.71" | 5.4" |
| March | 48.2° | 27.7° | 37.9° | 2.80" | 3.1" |
| April | 61.6° | 37.8° | 49.7° | 3.62" | 0.3" |
| May | 71.7° | 49.2° | 60.4° | 4.31" | 0.0" |
| June | 80.4° | 58.7° | 69.6° | 4.55" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.7° | 61.9° | 72.8° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| August | 81.9° | 59.6° | 70.8° | 3.83" | 0.0" |
| September | 76.5° | 52.3° | 64.4° | 2.97" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.3° | 41.1° | 52.7° | 2.85" | 0.1" |
| November | 50.5° | 31.1° | 40.8° | 3.01" | 0.6" |
| December | 38.9° | 22.9° | 30.9° | 2.39" | 3.5" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Portland city | City | 1.7 mi | — |
| Salamonia town | Town | 5.6 mi | — |
| Bryant town | Town | 8.1 mi | — |
| Ridgeville town | Town | 9.5 mi | — |
| Fort Recovery village | Village | 9.8 mi | — |
| Pennville town | Town | 10.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47371. • 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.