Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 42.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 12.2% ▲ 22% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.3% ▼ 30% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 16% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 332 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 12,704 (39.3%) |
| Some College | 5,783 (17.9%) |
| Associates | 4,707 (14.5%) |
| Bachelors | 3,011 (9.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 5,826 (18%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $61,869 ▼ 19% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $143,927 ▼ 48% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.3x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $819/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 21,017 |
| Vacant Units | 2,488 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Henry County is located in Indiana and encompasses 15 ZIP codes spanning 15 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 49,163 residents. With a median age of 42.45, it is a middle-aged county.
Henry County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $61,869 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 12.2% is above the national average.
Housing in Henry County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $143,927 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $818. Homeownership rates are high at 76.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Henry County are primarily White (92.24%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.3% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Henry County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47337 | Dunreith | 196 | $59,375 | $99,000 | $1,250 | 8.8% | 14.1% |
| 47351 | Kennard | 505 | $60,500 | $103,700 | $1,045 | 3.6% | 24.8% |
| 46148 | Knightstown | 4,948 | $62,951 | $180,900 | $849 | 4.4% | 28.7% |
| 47352 | Lewisville | 823 | $62,039 | $159,400 | $911 | 7.0% | 27.2% |
| 47356 | Middletown | 5,508 | $68,654 | $172,200 | $823 | 3.4% | 28.8% |
| 47360 | Mooreland | 1,480 | $65,227 | $186,900 | $971 | 3.0% | 32.0% |
| 47361 | Mount Summit | 268 | $65,221 | $131,300 | $942 | 0.0% | 36.0% |
| 47362 | New Castle | 29,442 | $56,564 | $131,800 | $792 | 4.3% | 25.4% |
| 47384 | Shirley | 2,038 | $72,083 | $124,400 | $720 | 7.6% | 23.1% |
| 47385 | Spiceland | 1,700 | $100,479 | $140,200 | $714 | 1.4% | 37.7% |
| 47386 | Springport | 1,210 | $76,430 | $179,200 | — | 0.0% | 47.5% |
| 47387 | Straughn | 461 | $81,071 | $118,800 | $1,682 | 0.7% | 14.9% |
| 47388 | Sulphur Springs | 413 | $51,500 | $134,800 | $988 | 5.8% | 44.9% |