ZIP Code 47978, Indiana
ZIP Code 47978 profile, demographic data, and geographic information.
ZCTA5 47978 is a 5-digit ZIP Code area located in Jasper County / Newton County / White County, Indiana. As of official census estimates, it has a reported population of 10,261. The land area covers 263.74 sq mi. [1]
Demographics & Population
| Demographic Metric | Estimate / Count | Margin of Error | Survey Period / Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 10,261 | ±525 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Median Age | 38.1 yrs | ±3.4 | 2020-2024 / Census ACS 5-Year 2024 |
| Total Households | 3,959 | ±307 | 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 | 4,309 | ±288 |
| Occupied Housing Units | 3,959 | ±307 |
| Vacant Housing Units | 350 | ±162 |
| Median Home Value | $189,200 | ±$10,684 |
| Median Gross Rent | $936 | ±$58 |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year (2020-2024).
Economy & Workforce
| Economic Metric | Estimate / Value | Margin of Error |
|---|---|---|
| Median Household Income | $71,616 | ±$9,033 |
| Per Capita Income | $33,531 | ±$2,164 |
| Poverty Rate | 10.2% | ±4.7% |
| Population Below Poverty Level | 1,010 | ±462 |
| Unemployment Rate | 4.4% | ±2.2% |
| Civilian Labor Force, Employed | 5,007 | ±461 |
| Broadband Internet Rate | 92.7% | ±2.4% |
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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GUS Population: 33,387 (2024)
ID: 194493
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County | Official County Government |
Contact: AUDITOR OF JASPER COUNTY
115 W WASHINGTON ST, STE 200, RENSSELAER IN 47978-2829
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Education
Listing 10 local institutions (NCES 2024-2025)
External reference via K12Guides
| Institution | Type | Grades | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| Regular School Nearby | PK-03 | DeMotte, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Wheatfield, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 04-05 | Wheatfield, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Wheatfield, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-06 | Roselawn, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | KG-05 | Monon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Monon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Monon, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 09-12 | Rensselaer, IN | |
| Regular School Nearby | 06-08 | Rensselaer, 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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JASPER COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 4.0 mi away | 208 WEST SUSAN STREET, RENSSELAER, IN, 47978 |
(219) 866-5881
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FRANCESVILLE-SALEM TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 12.0 mi away | 201 WEST MONTGOMERY STREET, FRANCESVILLE, IN, 47946 |
(219) 567-9433
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WHEATFIELD BRANCH
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Library | 14.4 mi away | 350 SOUTH BIERMA STREET, WHEATFIELD, IN, 46392 |
(219) 956-3774
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MONON TOWN & TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 427 NORTH MARKET STREET, MONON, IN, 47959 |
(219) 253-6517
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ROSELAWN LIBRARY
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Library | 14.9 mi away | 4421 EAST STATE ROAD 10, ROSELAWN, IN, 46372 |
(219) 345-2010
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DEMOTTE BRANCH
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Library | 15.0 mi away | 901 BIRCH STREET SW, DEMOTTE, IN, 46310 |
(219) 987-2221
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BROOK-IROQUOIS-WASHINGTON TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.5 mi away | 100 WEST MAIN STREET, BROOK, IN, 47922 |
(219) 275-2471
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REMINGTON-CARPENTER TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 15.6 mi away | 105 NORTH OHIO STREET, REMINGTON, IN, 47977 |
(219) 261-2543
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WOLCOTT COMMUNITY PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 16.1 mi away | 101 EAST NORTH STREET, WOLCOTT, IN, 47995 |
(219) 279-2695
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GOODLAND & GRANT TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY
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Library | 18.0 mi away | 111 SOUTH NEWTON STREET, GOODLAND, IN, 47948 |
(219) 297-4431
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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 RENSSELAER, IN US, located 5.4 miles from ZCTA5 47978. Local microclimates, topography, and elevation may cause municipal conditions to differ.
| Month | High (°F) | Low (°F) | Mean (°F) | Precip (in) | Snow (in) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| January | 32.0° | 16.1° | 24.0° | 2.58" | 8.2" |
| February | 36.5° | 19.3° | 27.9° | 2.04" | 8.8" |
| March | 48.1° | 28.7° | 38.4° | 2.71" | 3.5" |
| April | 61.1° | 38.9° | 50.0° | 3.88" | 0.1" |
| May | 72.3° | 50.6° | 61.5° | 4.34" | 0.0" |
| June | 81.4° | 60.4° | 70.9° | 4.78" | 0.0" |
| July | 83.9° | 63.4° | 73.6° | 4.49" | 0.0" |
| August | 82.5° | 61.2° | 71.8° | 4.01" | 0.0" |
| September | 77.2° | 53.2° | 65.2° | 3.24" | 0.0" |
| October | 64.1° | 41.3° | 52.7° | 3.18" | 0.0" |
| November | 49.1° | 31.3° | 40.2° | 2.59" | 0.5" |
| December | 37.0° | 21.9° | 29.5° | 2.25" | 4.2" |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rensselaer city | City | 3.2 mi | — |
| Fair Oaks CDP | CDP | 9.7 mi | — |
| Mount Ayr town | Town | 10.0 mi | — |
| Francesville town | Town | 12.0 mi | — |
| Medaryville town | Town | 13.3 mi | — |
| Wheatfield town | Town | 14.5 mi | — |
Sources & Data Provenance
- Geographic Classification & Identifiers: U.S. Census Bureau Gazetteer (2026) and TIGER/Line Shapefiles. GEOID: 47978. • 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.