| ZIP Code | 46142 |
|---|---|
| City | Greenwood |
| State | Indiana (IN) |
| County | Johnson County |
| Area Code | 317/463 |
| Elevation | 723 ft |
| Latitude | 39.62181 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -86.175319 |
| Timezone | Indiana/Indianapolis (DST) |
| FIPS | 18081 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 39.6 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 6.5% ▼ 35% below avg |
| College Grads | 47.4% ▲ 22% above avg |
| Unemployment | 2.0% ▼ 59% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 367 (1.6%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,688 (28.5%) |
| Some College | 2,378 (10.1%) |
| Associates | 2,903 (12.4%) |
| Bachelors | 1,853 (7.9%) |
| Graduate Degree | 9,279 (39.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $85,611 ▲ 12% above avg ↑ 12% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $266,000 ≈ Avg ↑ 52% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,122/mo ↑ 29% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 14,396 |
| Vacant Units | 556 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 14,396 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 556 |
| Owner Occupied | 70.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 29.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
ZIP code 46142 is located in Greenwood, Indiana, within Johnson County. With a population of 35,368, this is a highly populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.6 years. Economically, 46142 is a middle-income ZIP code: the median household income of $85,611 is near the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 46142 represents a mid-range housing market. The median home value of $266,000 is near the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $1,122 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 70.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 52% since 2019.
The population of 46142 is primarily White (83.08%). Residents are well-educated — 47.4% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is above the national average. Poverty affects a relatively small share of residents at 6.5%. Household income has grown by 12% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 46142 stands at 2.0%, which is well below the national average. About 13% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 77%.
Overall, ZIP code 46142 in Greenwood, IN is characterized as middle-income, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 35,368 residents, a median household income of $85,611, and a median home value of $266,000, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Indiana.