ZIP Code 47882, Indiana
ZIP Code 47882 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47882 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Sullivan County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 8,735. The land area covers 141.83 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 8,735 | ±362 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 40.3 yrs | ±2.3 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,616 | ±197 | 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 | 4,084 | ±213 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,616 | ±197 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 468 | ±180 |
| Median Home Value | $154,800 | ±$6,773 |
| Median Gross Rent | $857 | ±$37 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $57,637 | ±$8,055 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,093 | ±$3,618 |
| Poverty Rate | 14.2% | ±4.6% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,217 | ±398 |
| Unemployment Rate | 2.6% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 4,348 | ±356 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 85.1% | ±5.4% |
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 SULLIVAN
GUS Population: 20,768 (2024)
ID: 185237
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
100 COURT HOUSE SQ, SULLIVAN IN 47882-1513
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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-08 | Hutsonville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Hutsonville, IL | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-05 | Linton, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Linton, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Linton, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Farmersburg, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Hymera, 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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Lincoln Trail College
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College | 15.7 mi away | 11220 State Hwy 1, Robinson, IL, 62454 |
61839329822005
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SULLIVAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 0.3 mi away | 100 SOUTH CROWDER STREET, SULLIVAN, IN, 47882 |
(812) 268-4957
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SHELBURN PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 6.3 mi away | 17 WEST GRIFFITH STREET, SHELBURN, IN, 47879 |
(812) 397-2210
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DUGGER PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.3 mi away | 8007 EAST MAIN STREET, DUGGER, IN, 47848 |
(812) 648-2822
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MEROM PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 8554 WEST MARKET STREET, MEROM, IN, 47861 |
(812) 356-4612
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CARLISLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.7 mi away | 201 NORTH LEDGERWOOD STREET, CARLISLE, IN, 47838 |
(812) 398-4480
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FARMERSBURG PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 11.5 mi away | 102 WEST MAIN STREET, FARMERSBURG, IN, 47850 |
(812) 696-2194
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JASONVILLE PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.1 mi away | 611 WEST MAIN STREET, JASONVILLE, IN, 47438 |
(812) 665-2025
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PALESTINE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT
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Library | 12.8 mi away | 201 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET, PALESTINE, IL, 62451 |
(618) 586-5317
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HUTSONVILLE PUBLIC BRANCH LIBRARY
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Library | 13.2 mi away | 101 SOUTH MAIN STREET, HUTSONVILLE, IL, 62433 |
(618) 563-9603
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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 SHAKAMAK SP, IN US, located 10.3 miles from ZCTA5 47882. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 38.3° | 20.6° | 29.4° | 3.34" | — |
| February | 42.9° | 23.7° | 33.3° | 2.76" | — |
| March | 53.4° | 32.9° | 43.2° | 3.48" | — |
| April | 65.8° | 44.1° | 55.0° | 5.07" | — |
| May | 74.8° | 54.1° | 64.5° | 5.23" | — |
| June | 82.9° | 62.8° | 72.8° | 5.06" | — |
| July | 85.6° | 66.3° | 76.0° | 4.67" | — |
| August | 84.8° | 64.7° | 74.7° | 3.24" | — |
| September | 79.4° | 57.1° | 68.2° | 3.59" | — |
| October | 67.8° | 45.3° | 56.6° | 3.79" | — |
| November | 53.9° | 34.2° | 44.1° | 3.91" | — |
| December | 42.7° | 26.1° | 34.4° | 3.03" | — |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sullivan city | City | 0.5 mi | — |
| New Lebanon CDP | CDP | 4.6 mi | — |
| Paxton CDP | CDP | 4.8 mi | — |
| Shelburn town | Town | 6.2 mi | — |
| Cass CDP | CDP | 7.2 mi | — |
| Graysville CDP | CDP | 8.0 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47882. • 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.