ZIP Code 47670, Indiana
ZIP Code 47670 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47670 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Gibson County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 11,756. The land area covers 82.02 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 11,756 | ±155 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 39.3 yrs | ±2 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 4,762 | ±258 | 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 | 5,362 | ±264 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 4,762 | ±258 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 600 | ±233 |
| Median Home Value | $158,500 | ±$15,175 |
| Median Gross Rent | $1,018 | ±$125 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $64,907 | ±$5,288 |
| Per Capita Income | $32,878 | ±$2,733 |
| Poverty Rate | 13.5% | ±4% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,540 | ±452 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.7% | ±1.5% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,634 | ±382 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 86.6% | ±3.5% |
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: 33,038 (2024)
ID: 125978
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
225 N HART ST, PRINCETON IN 47670-1558
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-08 | Allendale, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Elberfeld, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Fort Branch, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Fort Branch, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-08 | Haubstadt, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-02 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 03-06 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-08 | Mount Carmel, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Poseyville, 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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Wabash Valley College
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College | 12.3 mi away | 2200 College Drive, Mount Carmel, IL, 62863 |
61839329822005
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PRINCETON PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.8 mi away | 124 SOUTH HART STREET, PRINCETON, IN, 47670 |
(812) 385-4464
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Oakland City University
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College | 12.3 mi away | 138 N Lucretia St, Oakland City, IN, 47660-1099 |
8007375125
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FORT BRANCH-JOHNSON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.8 mi away | 107 EAST LOCUST STREET, FORT BRANCH, IN, 47648 |
(812) 753-4212
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Vincennes Beauty College
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College Vocational | 23.2 mi away | 12 S Second St, Vincennes, IN, 47591 |
8128821086
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OWENSVILLE CARNEGIE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.0 mi away | 110 SOUTH MAIN STREET, OWENSVILLE, IN, 47665 |
(812) 724-3335
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Vincennes University
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College | 23.7 mi away | 1002 N First St, Vincennes, IN, 47591 |
8128888888
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HAUBSTADT BRANCH
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Library | 9.7 mi away | 101 WEST GIBSON STREET, HAUBSTADT, IN, 47639 |
(812) 753-4212
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MOUNT CARMEL PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.0 mi away | 727 NORTH MULBERRY STREET, MOUNT CARMEL, IL, 62863 |
(618) 263-3531
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OAKLAND CITY-COLUMBIA TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.6 mi away | 210 SOUTH MAIN STREET, OAKLAND CITY, IN, 47660 |
(812) 749-3559
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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 PRINCETON 1 W, IN US, located 1.0 miles from ZCTA5 47670. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 39.8° | 21.1° | 30.4° | 3.39" | 3.6" |
| February | 44.5° | 23.9° | 34.2° | 3.21" | 3.4" |
| March | 55.1° | 32.2° | 43.7° | 4.54" | 1.2" |
| April | 67.2° | 42.6° | 54.9° | 5.27" | 0.0" |
| May | 76.6° | 53.7° | 65.1° | 5.67" | 0.0" |
| June | 85.3° | 63.1° | 74.2° | 4.46" | 0.0" |
| July | 88.0° | 66.0° | 77.0° | 4.53" | 0.0" |
| August | 87.0° | 64.4° | 75.7° | 3.32" | 0.0" |
| September | 81.1° | 56.5° | 68.8° | 4.20" | 0.0" |
| October | 69.3° | 44.7° | 57.0° | 3.41" | 0.1" |
| November | 54.7° | 33.2° | 44.0° | 4.07" | 0.2" |
| December | 43.9° | 25.6° | 34.8° | 3.77" | 3.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Princeton city | City | 0.7 mi | — |
| Patoka town | Town | 3.6 mi | — |
| Fort Branch town | Town | 6.9 mi | — |
| Francisco town | Town | 7.1 mi | — |
| Owensville town | Town | 8.0 mi | — |
| Haubstadt town | Town | 9.9 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47670. • 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.