Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 35.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.89 |
| Below Poverty | 12.1% ▲ 21% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.4% ▼ 22% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 30% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 2,686 (2.4%) |
| HS Graduate | 42,470 (38.4%) |
| Some College | 16,837 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 14,988 (13.6%) |
| Bachelors | 8,857 (8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 24,619 (22.3%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,014 ▼ 10% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $198,989 ▼ 29% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.9x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $1,027/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 79,592 |
| Vacant Units | 8,180 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Elkhart County is located in Indiana and encompasses 13 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 206,440 residents. With a median age of 35.48, it is a relatively young county.
Elkhart County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,014 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.1% is above the national average.
Housing in Elkhart County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $198,989 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $1,027. Homeownership rates are high at 72.1%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Elkhart County are primarily White (71.02%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.4% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Elkhart County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 13 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46507 | Bristol | 9,799 | $88,510 | $231,300 | $1,065 | 2.3% | 34.5% |
| 46514 | Elkhart | 41,480 | $61,784 | $170,900 | $1,084 | 3.1% | 29.8% |
| 46516 | Elkhart | 31,959 | $54,934 | $150,400 | $986 | 4.9% | 26.3% |
| 46517 | Elkhart | 25,438 | $53,263 | $168,500 | $942 | 1.6% | 24.3% |
| 46526 | Goshen | 33,527 | $65,864 | $192,900 | $1,061 | 4.4% | 32.5% |
| 46528 | Goshen | 26,356 | $77,620 | $237,600 | $1,056 | 3.8% | 36.1% |
| 46540 | Middlebury | 13,239 | $99,664 | $297,800 | $1,074 | 2.3% | 34.0% |
| 46543 | Millersburg | 4,467 | $110,685 | $284,400 | $1,074 | 1.4% | 28.0% |
| 46550 | Nappanee | 12,442 | $80,403 | $232,300 | $867 | 3.5% | 29.2% |
| 46553 | New Paris | 3,790 | $85,861 | $245,800 | $1,013 | 1.6% | 30.3% |
| 46573 | Wakarusa | 3,943 | $79,375 | $219,800 | $1,054 | 6.1% | 38.7% |