Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 37.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.65 |
| Below Poverty | 9.4% ≈ Avg |
| College Grads | 34.3% ▼ 12% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 280 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 10,327 (35.9%) |
| Some College | 4,925 (17.1%) |
| Associates | 3,476 (12.1%) |
| Bachelors | 3,243 (11.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 6,496 (22.6%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $74,308 ≈ Avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $182,187 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $949/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 19,031 |
| Vacant Units | 1,289 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
DeKalb County is located in Indiana and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 46,924 residents. With a median age of 37.31, it is a relatively young county.
DeKalb County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $74,308 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 9.4% is near the national average.
Housing in DeKalb County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $182,187 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $948. Homeownership rates are high at 83.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of DeKalb County are primarily White (93.88%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 34.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
DeKalb County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 8 ZIP codes within the county each have their own character — browse the full list below to find the right community, whether you're looking for affordable housing, strong schools, or economic opportunity.
| ZIP | City | Population | Median Income | Median Home | Median Rent | Unemp. | College |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46705 | Ashley | 1,988 | $62,232 | $144,100 | $711 | 0.3% | 30.2% |
| 46706 | Auburn | 20,277 | $76,288 | $194,900 | $829 | 4.6% | 38.3% |
| 46721 | Butler | 4,890 | $67,969 | $124,300 | $810 | 1.4% | 25.4% |
| 46730 | Corunna | 1,183 | $95,625 | $279,200 | — | 0.0% | 40.4% |
| 46738 | Garrett | 8,462 | $62,212 | $156,300 | $855 | 4.0% | 27.9% |
| 46785 | Saint Joe | 1,630 | $68,958 | $182,100 | $788 | 11.5% | 11.7% |
| 46788 | Spencerville | 4,372 | $97,250 | $233,600 | $2,111 | 5.3% | 49.2% |
| 46793 | Waterloo | 4,122 | $74,412 | $177,500 | $840 | 4.5% | 31.1% |