ZIP Code 47520, Indiana
ZIP Code 47520 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47520 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Perry County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 2,933. The land area covers 81.19 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 2,933 | ±330 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 43.2 yrs | ±3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,288 | ±129 | 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 | 1,420 | ±139 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,288 | ±129 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 132 | ±51 |
| Median Home Value | $162,200 | ±$14,919 |
| Median Gross Rent | $736 | ±$67 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $50,882 | ±$9,649 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,479 | ±$5,308 |
| Poverty Rate | 22.5% | ±5.2% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 651 | ±166 |
| Unemployment Rate | 6.3% | ±3.6% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,141 | ±194 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.7% | ±5.1% |
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 PERRY
GUS Population: 19,320 (2024)
ID: 163449
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
2219 PAYNE ST, TELL CITY IN 47586-2844
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Career and Technical School Nearby | 08-12 | Harned, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Harned, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Harned, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Cannelton, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-12 | Cloverport, KY | |
| Alternative School Nearby | 06-12 | Lewisport, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lewisport, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Lewisport, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Hardinsburg, KY | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Cloverport, 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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Saint Meinrad School of Theology
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College | 17.1 mi away | 200 Hill Drive, St. Meinrad, IN, 47577 |
8123576611
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PERRY COUNTY BOOKMOBILE
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 2328 TELL STREET, TELL CITY, IN, 47586 |
(812) 547-2661
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PERRY COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 2328 TELL STREET, TELL CITY, IN, 47586 |
(812) 547-2661
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CANNELTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.5 mi away | 210 SOUTH 8TH STREET, CANNELTON, IN, 47520 |
(812) 547-6028
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HANCOCK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 1210 MADISON STREET, HAWESVILLE, KY, 42348 |
(270) 927-6760
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HANCOCK COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.2 mi away | 1210 MADISON STREET, HAWESVILLE, KY, 42348 |
(270) 927-6760
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CLOVERPORT BRANCH
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Library | 7.8 mi away | 301 POPLAR STREET, CLOVERPORT, KY, 40111 |
(270) 788-8990
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LEWISPORT BRANCH
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 400 2ND STREET, LEWISPORT, KY, 42351 |
(270) 295-3765
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BRECKINRIDGE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.8 mi away | 308 OLD HIGHWAY 60, HARDINSBURG, KY, 40143 |
(270) 756-2323
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GRANDVIEW BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 17.1 mi away | 403 MAIN STREET, GRANDVIEW, IN, 47615 |
(812) 649-9732
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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 CANNELTON, IN US, located 3.8 miles from ZCTA5 47520. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 42.3° | 26.5° | 34.4° | 3.34" | 3.5" |
| February | 47.5° | 28.6° | 38.0° | 3.53" | 2.8" |
| March | 55.3° | 36.8° | 46.0° | 4.78" | 1.0" |
| April | 68.1° | 45.6° | 56.8° | 5.02" | 0.0" |
| May | 75.6° | 57.0° | 66.3° | 5.52" | 0.0" |
| June | 83.2° | 65.1° | 74.1° | 4.88" | 0.0" |
| July | 86.8° | 69.0° | 77.9° | 4.07" | 0.0" |
| August | 85.9° | 68.1° | 77.0° | 2.82" | 0.0" |
| September | 80.5° | 61.6° | 71.1° | 3.23" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.8° | 50.4° | 60.1° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| November | 56.7° | 38.2° | 47.5° | 3.72" | 0.0" |
| December | 46.2° | 30.8° | 38.5° | 4.41" | 3.4" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cannelton city | City | 4.5 mi | — |
| Tell City city | City | 5.0 mi | — |
| Hawesville city | City | 6.1 mi | — |
| Troy town | Town | 8.1 mi | — |
| Cloverport city | City | 8.1 mi | — |
| Leopold CDP | CDP | 11.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47520. • 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.