US ZIP Code
46787

South Whitley, IN

Whitley County  ·  Indiana

● Active
👥 4,144 Population ↑ 7% since 2019
💰 $70,030 Median HH Income
▼ 8% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
🎂 35.3 Median Age ↓ 2% since 2019
🏠 $158,500 Median Home Value
▼ 43% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019
🎓 33.0% College Grads
▼ 15% below avg
📊 4.5% Unemployment
▼ 8% below avg ↑ 5% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code46787
CitySouth Whitley
StateIndiana (IN)
CountyWhitley County
Area Code260
Elevation817 ft
Latitude41.066251
Longitude-85.619724
TimezoneIndiana/Indianapolis (DST)
FIPS18183
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 51.3% (2,125) Female 48.7% (2,019) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 97.1%Hispanic: 0.2%Black: 0.2%Asian: 0.7%Other: 1.5%Race
White97.1%
Hispanic0.2%
Black0.2%
Asian0.7%
Other1.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
7%
5–17
21%
18–24
7%
25–44
25%
45–64
26%
65+
6%

Key Indicators

Median Age35.3 yrs ↓ 2% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.73
Below Poverty14.8% ▲ 48% above avg
College Grads33.0% ▼ 15% below avg
Unemployment4.5% ▼ 8% below avg
No HS Diploma4 (0.2%)
HS Graduate937 (39.9%)
Some College326 (13.9%)
Associates305 (13%)
Bachelors282 (12%)
Graduate Degree493 (21%)

Education

No HS: 0.2%HS Grad: 39.9%Some College: 13.9%Associates: 13%Bachelors: 12%Graduate: 21%Edu
No HS0.2%
HS Grad39.9%
Some College13.9%
Associates13.0%
Bachelors12.0%
Graduate21.0%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 81.8%Renter: 18.2%Tenure
Owner81.8%
Renter18.2%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
6%
$50k–100k
20%
$100k–150k
19%
$150k–200k
22%
$200k–300k
10%
$300k–500k
15%
Over $500k
8%

Financials

Median HH Income$70,030 ▼ 8% below avg ↑ 22% since 2019
Median Home Value$158,500 ▼ 43% below avg ↑ 41% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$765/mo ↑ 12% since 2019
Total Units1,569
Vacant Units52
Avg HH Size2.73

Income Distribution

Under $25k
11%
$25k–50k
18%
$50k–75k
21%
$75k–100k
14%
$100k–150k
24%
$150k–200k
3%
Over $200k
9%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
84%
Walked
3%
Work From Home
12%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
16%
15–30 min
46%
30–45 min
25%
Over 45 min
13%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
3%
1940s–1950s
10%
1960s–1970s
8%
1980s–1990s
14%
2000+
66%

Summary

Total Units1,569
Vacant52
Owner Occupied81.8%
Renter Occupied18.2%
Avg HH Size2.73
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 46787 is in South Whitley, IN, in Whitley County.
ZIP code 46787 is located in Indiana (IN).
ZIP code 46787 is in Whitley County, IN.
ZIP 46787 observes the Indiana/Indianapolis timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 46787 is 4,144 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 46787 is $70,030 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 46787 is $158,500 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 46787

ZIP code 46787 is located in South Whitley, Indiana, within Whitley County. With a population of 4,144, this is a lightly populated ZIP code with a relatively young community — the median age is 35.3 years. Economically, 46787 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $70,030 is near the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 46787 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $158,500 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $765 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 81.8% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 41% since 2019.

The population of 46787 is primarily White (97.13%). Residents are moderately educated — 33.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.8%. Household income has grown by 22% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 46787 stands at 4.5%, which is near the national average. About 12% of workers are remote. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.

Overall, ZIP code 46787 in South Whitley, IN is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a relatively young community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 4,144 residents, a median household income of $70,030, and a median home value of $158,500, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Indiana.