ZIP Code 47581, Indiana
ZIP Code 47581 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47581 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Martin County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 3,009. The land area covers 141.42 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 3,009 | ±341 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 46.9 yrs | ±6.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 1,133 | ±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 | 1,453 | ±144 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 1,133 | ±129 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 320 | ±115 |
| Median Home Value | $139,600 | ±$25,920 |
| Median Gross Rent | $802 | ±$498 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $59,776 | ±$12,881 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,287 | ±$4,850 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 391 | ±144 |
| Unemployment Rate | 0.1% | ±0.3% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 1,491 | ±251 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 84% | ±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 MARTIN
GUS Population: 9,864 (2024)
ID: 163444
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
129 S MAIN ST, PO BOX 600, SHOALS IN 47581-5505
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Bedford, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-05 | Mitchell, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Mitchell, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Bedford, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-04 | Loogootee, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Loogootee, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 05-08 | Loogootee, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Dubois, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Dubois, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Bedford, IN |
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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SHOALS PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 1.7 mi away | 404 HIGH STREET, SHOALS, IN, 47581 |
(812) 247-3838
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LOOGOOTEE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 504 PARK STREET, LOOGOOTEE, IN, 47553 |
(812) 295-3713
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MELTON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 8496 WEST COLLEGE STREET, FRENCH LICK, IN, 47432 |
(812) 936-2177
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DUBOIS BRANCH
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 5506 MAIN STREET, DUBOIS, IN, 47527 |
(812) 678-2548
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MITCHELL COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.0 mi away | 804 MAIN STREET, MITCHELL, IN, 47446 |
(812) 849-2412
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ORLEANS TOWN & TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.5 mi away | 174 NORTH MAPLE STREET, ORLEANS, IN, 47452 |
(812) 865-3270
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PAOLI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.3 mi away | 100 WEST WATER STREET, PAOLI, IN, 47454 |
(812) 723-3841
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ODON WINKELPLECK PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 17.7 mi away | 202 WEST MAIN STREET, ODON, IN, 47562 |
(812) 636-4949
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BEDFORD PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 20.2 mi away | 1323 K STREET, BEDFORD, IN, 47421 |
(812) 275-4471
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JASPER-DUBOIS COUNTY CONTRACTUAL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 21.0 mi away | 100 3RD AVE, SUITE B, JASPER, IN, 47546 |
(812) 482-2712
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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 SHOALS 8 S, IN US, located 7.8 miles from ZCTA5 47581. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 40.8° | 23.1° | 32.0° | 3.68" | 4.5" |
| February | 45.6° | 25.4° | 35.5° | 3.13" | 4.7" |
| March | 56.0° | 33.4° | 44.7° | 4.53" | 1.8" |
| April | 68.0° | 42.9° | 55.5° | 5.22" | 0.0" |
| May | 77.3° | 53.4° | 65.4° | 6.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.1° | 62.6° | 73.9° | 4.93" | 0.0" |
| July | 87.9° | 66.0° | 77.0° | 4.32" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.5° | 63.5° | 75.5° | 2.97" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.6° | 56.0° | 68.8° | 3.70" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.9° | 44.3° | 57.1° | 3.54" | 0.1" |
| November | 56.4° | 34.8° | 45.6° | 4.01" | 0.2" |
| December | 45.1° | 27.6° | 36.4° | 3.88" | 2.3" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shoals town | Town | 1.9 mi | — |
| Dover Hill CDP | CDP | 4.5 mi | — |
| Huron CDP | CDP | 6.2 mi | — |
| Loogootee city | City | 8.4 mi | — |
| Prospect CDP | CDP | 9.3 mi | — |
| West Baden Springs town | Town | 10.2 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47581. • 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.