US ZIP Code
47802

Terre Haute, IN

Vigo County  ·  Indiana

● Active
👥 33,192 Population ↓ 5% since 2019
💰 $58,880 Median HH Income
▼ 23% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
🎂 39.6 Median Age ↑ 6% since 2019
🏠 $165,800 Median Home Value
▼ 41% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019
🎓 40.1% College Grads
≈ Avg
📊 5.5% Unemployment
▲ 13% above avg ↑ 7% since 2019
ZIP Code Details
ZIP Code47802
CityTerre Haute
StateIndiana (IN)
CountyVigo County
Area Code812/930
Elevation541 ft
Latitude39.350856
Longitude-87.413513
TimezoneIndiana/Indianapolis (DST)
FIPS18167
ZIP TypeStandard
StatusActive
People & Population (ACS 2023)
♂ Male 52.3% (17,366) Female 47.7% (15,826) ♀

Race & Ethnicity

White: 81.8%Hispanic: 3.4%Black: 8.3%Asian: 2.5%Other: 3.5%Race
White81.8%
Hispanic3.4%
Black8.3%
Asian2.5%
Other3.5%

Age Breakdown

Under 5
5%
5–17
15%
18–24
9%
25–44
29%
45–64
24%
65+
8%

Key Indicators

Median Age39.6 yrs ↑ 6% since 2019
Avg Household Size2.25
Below Poverty14.0% ▲ 40% above avg
College Grads40.1% ≈ Avg
Unemployment5.5% ▲ 13% above avg
No HS Diploma237 (1.1%)
HS Graduate5,809 (27.7%)
Some College3,053 (14.6%)
Associates3,472 (16.6%)
Bachelors2,464 (11.7%)
Graduate Degree5,943 (28.3%)

Education

No HS: 1.1%HS Grad: 27.7%Some College: 14.6%Associates: 16.6%Bachelors: 11.7%Graduate: 28.3%Edu
No HS1.1%
HS Grad27.7%
Some College14.6%
Associates16.6%
Bachelors11.7%
Graduate28.3%
Housing & Income

Housing Tenure

Owner: 60.9%Renter: 39.1%Tenure
Owner60.9%
Renter39.1%

Home Value Distribution

Under $50k
4%
$50k–100k
17%
$100k–150k
22%
$150k–200k
19%
$200k–300k
23%
$300k–500k
11%
Over $500k
3%

Financials

Median HH Income$58,880 ▼ 23% below avg ↑ 26% since 2019
Median Home Value$165,800 ▼ 41% below avg ↑ 33% since 2019
Home/Income Ratio2.8x (nat avg ~3.5x)
Median Rent$865/mo ↑ 17% since 2019
Total Units14,682
Vacant Units1,216
Avg HH Size2.25

Income Distribution

Under $25k
23%
$25k–50k
20%
$50k–75k
18%
$75k–100k
12%
$100k–150k
14%
$150k–200k
8%
Over $200k
6%
Employment & Commute

How People Get to Work

Drove Alone
92%
Public Transit
1%
Walked
1%
Work From Home
6%

Commute Time

Under 15 min
42%
15–30 min
41%
30–45 min
10%
Over 45 min
7%
Housing Stock

Year Built

Before 1940
4%
1940s–1950s
12%
1960s–1970s
14%
1980s–1990s
13%
2000+
56%

Summary

Total Units14,682
Vacant1,216
Owner Occupied60.9%
Renter Occupied39.1%
Avg HH Size2.25
Frequently Asked Questions
ZIP code 47802 is in Terre Haute, IN, in Vigo County.
ZIP code 47802 is located in Indiana (IN).
ZIP code 47802 is in Vigo County, IN.
ZIP 47802 observes the Indiana/Indianapolis timezone. Daylight Saving Time is observed.
The estimated population of ZIP code 47802 is 33,192 people (ACS 2023).
The median household income in ZIP code 47802 is $58,880 (ACS 2023).
The median home value in ZIP 47802 is $165,800 (ACS 2023).
About ZIP Code 47802

ZIP code 47802 is located in Terre Haute, Indiana, within Vigo County. With a population of 33,192, this is a moderately populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 39.6 years. Economically, 47802 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $58,880 is below the national average.

Real estate in ZIP code 47802 represents an affordable housing market. The median home value of $165,800 is below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $865 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 60.9% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 33% since 2019.

The population of 47802 is primarily White (81.78%). Residents are well-educated — 40.1% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is near the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 14.0%. Household income has grown by 26% since 2019.

The unemployment rate in 47802 stands at 5.5%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.

Overall, ZIP code 47802 in Terre Haute, IN is characterized as solidly middle-class, well-educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 33,192 residents, a median household income of $58,880, and a median home value of $165,800, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Indiana.