ZIP Code 47561, Indiana
ZIP Code 47561 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47561 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Knox County / Sullivan County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 1,442. The land area covers 76.89 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 1,442 | ±282 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 48.9 yrs | ±3.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 673 | ±165 | 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 | 717 | ±163 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 673 | ±165 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 44 | ±38 |
| Median Home Value | $77,500 | ±$27,713 |
| Median Gross Rent | $688 | ±$164 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $45,911 | ±$20,045 |
| Per Capita Income | $31,719 | ±$7,129 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.5% | ±6.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 203 | ±97 |
| Unemployment Rate | 1% | ±1.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 584 | ±158 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.9% | ±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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COUNTY OF KNOX
GUS Population: 35,872 (2024)
ID: 125981
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: PRESIDENT
111 N 7TH ST, STE 112, VINCENNES IN 47591-2034
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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 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Carlisle, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Carlisle, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-12 | Dugger, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Lawrenceville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Vincennes, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Linton, 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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Vincennes University
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College | 13.1 mi away | 1002 N First St, Vincennes, IN, 47591 |
8128888888
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CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 7.1 mi away | 201 NORTH LEDGERWOOD STREET, CARLISLE, IN, 47838 |
(812) 398-4480
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Vincennes Beauty College
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College Vocational | 13.7 mi away | 12 S Second St, Vincennes, IN, 47591 |
8128821086
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BICKNELL-VIGO TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 9.4 mi away | 201 WEST 2ND STREET, BICKNELL, IN, 47512 |
(812) 735-2317
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Lincoln Trail College
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College | 17.2 mi away | 11220 State Hwy 1, Robinson, IL, 62454 |
61839329822005
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SUSIE WESLEY MEMORIAL BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.0 mi away | 104 SOUTH CENTRAL AVE, FLAT ROCK, IL, 62427 |
(618) 584-3636
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KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 13.6 mi away | 502 NORTH 7TH STREET, VINCENNES, IN, 47591 |
(812) 886-4380
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PALESTINE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 201 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET, PALESTINE, IL, 62451 |
(618) 586-5317
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SANDBORN BRANCH
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Library | 13.7 mi away | 112 NORTH ANDERSON, SANDBORN, IN, 47578 |
(812) 694-8403
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MEROM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 8554 WEST MARKET STREET, MEROM, IN, 47861 |
(812) 356-4612
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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 FREELANDVILLE, IN US, located 7.0 miles from ZCTA5 47561. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 37.2° | 22.4° | 29.8° | 3.22" | 4.6" |
| February | 41.9° | 25.0° | 33.5° | 2.46" | 3.6" |
| March | 52.7° | 33.6° | 43.1° | 3.36" | 1.4" |
| April | 64.7° | 43.9° | 54.3° | 4.73" | 0.0" |
| May | 74.4° | 54.8° | 64.6° | 5.45" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.9° | 63.7° | 73.3° | 4.44" | 0.0" |
| July | 85.7° | 66.7° | 76.2° | 4.15" | 0.0" |
| August | 84.9° | 64.6° | 74.7° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 79.0° | 57.2° | 68.1° | 3.44" | 0.0" |
| October | 67.2° | 45.6° | 56.4° | 3.64" | 0.2" |
| November | 53.2° | 35.4° | 44.3° | 3.93" | 0.2" |
| December | 41.7° | 27.1° | 34.4° | 3.14" | 5.1" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oaktown town | Town | 0.6 mi | — |
| Emison CDP | CDP | 4.9 mi | — |
| Russellville village | Village | 5.8 mi | — |
| Freelandville CDP | CDP | 6.9 mi | — |
| Carlisle town | Town | 7.0 mi | — |
| Bruceville town | Town | 7.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47561. • 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.