Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 43.3 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.38 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 25.0% ▼ 36% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 102 (0.8%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,185 (42.7%) |
| Some College | 1,975 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 1,838 (15.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,251 (10.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,780 (14.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $64,302 ▼ 16% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,039 ▼ 49% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.2x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $830/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 8,870 |
| Vacant Units | 1,038 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Fountain County is located in Indiana and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,742 residents. With a median age of 43.3, it is a middle-aged county.
Fountain County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $64,301 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Fountain County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $143,039 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $830. Homeownership rates are high at 75.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Fountain County are primarily White (94.23%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 25.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Fountain 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47918 | Attica | 5,159 | $64,804 | $150,100 | $823 | 4.8% | 21.6% |
| 47932 | Covington | 5,193 | $59,365 | $171,600 | $835 | 4.4% | 32.5% |
| 47949 | Hillsboro | 1,563 | $77,750 | $106,700 | $1,038 | 3.5% | 28.5% |
| 47952 | Kingman | 2,676 | $54,250 | $105,500 | $758 | 3.0% | 15.6% |
| 47958 | Mellott | 196 | $84,583 | $152,200 | $480 | 3.3% | 36.6% |
| 47969 | Newtown | 250 | $51,875 | $84,300 | $1,302 | 15.4% | 27.5% |
| 47987 | Veedersburg | 3,705 | $71,875 | $139,100 | $784 | 3.7% | 23.5% |