ZIP Code 47960, Indiana
ZIP Code 47960 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47960 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Carroll County / Pulaski County / White County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 14,825. The land area covers 118.30 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 14,825 | ±505 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 47.8 yrs | ±4.1 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 6,398 | ±329 | 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 | 9,390 | ±286 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 6,398 | ±329 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 2,992 | ±329 |
| Median Home Value | $192,700 | ±$15,261 |
| Median Gross Rent | $902 | ±$98 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $65,603 | ±$6,461 |
| Per Capita Income | $38,350 | ±$2,749 |
| Poverty Rate | 9% | ±2.3% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,307 | ±335 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.7% | ±1.7% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 7,158 | ±548 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 88% | ±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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COUNTY OF CARROLL
GUS Population: 20,747 (2024)
ID: 125973
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR
101 W MAIN ST, DELPHI IN 46923-1566
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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 | Delphi, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Delphi, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Delphi, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-04 | Burnettsville, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | PK-06 | Brookston, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 07-12 | Chalmers, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Monticello, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Monon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Monon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Monon, 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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Purdue University Global
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College | 24.7 mi away | 2550 Northwestern Avenue, Suite 1100, West Lafayette, IN, 47906 |
8665227747
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MONTICELLO-UNION TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 3.1 mi away | 321 WEST BROADWAY STREET, MONTICELLO, IN, 47960 |
(574) 583-2665
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NORTHWEST CARROLL LIBRARY
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Library | 8.4 mi away | 164 WEST FOREST STREET, YEOMAN, IN, 47997 |
(574) 965-2382
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MONON TOWN & TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 8.5 mi away | 427 NORTH MARKET STREET, MONON, IN, 47959 |
(219) 253-6517
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BROOKSTON-PRAIRIE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.1 mi away | 111 WEST 2ND STREET, BROOKSTON, IN, 47923 |
(765) 563-6511
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ROYAL CENTER-BOONE TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.2 mi away | 203 NORTH CHICAGO STREET, ROYAL CENTER, IN, 46978 |
(574) 643-3185
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DELPHI PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.5 mi away | 222 EAST MAIN STREET, DELPHI, IN, 46923 |
(765) 564-2929
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FRANCESVILLE-SALEM TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.2 mi away | 201 WEST MONTGOMERY STREET, FRANCESVILLE, IN, 47946 |
(219) 567-9433
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WOLCOTT COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.3 mi away | 101 EAST NORTH STREET, WOLCOTT, IN, 47995 |
(219) 279-2695
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CAMDEN-JACKSON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.6 mi away | 183 WEST MAIN, CAMDEN, IN, 46917 |
(574) 686-2120
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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 DELPHI 2 N, IN US, located 12.8 miles from ZCTA5 47960. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 34.4° | 19.2° | 26.8° | 2.65" | 5.8" |
| February | 38.8° | 22.3° | 30.5° | 1.79" | 3.5" |
| March | 50.7° | 31.4° | 41.1° | 2.84" | 2.5" |
| April | 63.9° | 41.0° | 52.5° | 3.80" | 0.2" |
| May | 74.3° | 51.6° | 62.9° | 4.09" | 0.0" |
| June | 82.2° | 60.1° | 71.1° | 4.64" | 0.0" |
| July | 84.6° | 63.2° | 73.9° | 4.61" | 0.0" |
| August | 83.3° | 61.3° | 72.3° | 3.46" | 0.0" |
| September | 78.2° | 53.6° | 65.9° | 2.93" | 0.0" |
| October | 66.0° | 43.5° | 54.8° | 3.00" | 0.0" |
| November | 51.2° | 33.5° | 42.4° | 2.94" | 0.5" |
| December | 39.2° | 24.5° | 31.8° | 2.29" | 4.7" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Norway CDP | CDP | 1.4 mi | — |
| Monticello city | City | 3.1 mi | — |
| Idaville CDP | CDP | 5.7 mi | — |
| Reynolds town | Town | 6.9 mi | — |
| Buffalo CDP | CDP | 7.0 mi | — |
| Burnettsville town | Town | 8.4 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47960. • 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.