Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.8 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.36 |
| Below Poverty | 12.4% ▲ 24% above avg |
| College Grads | 30.8% ▼ 21% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.6% ▲ 15% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 700 (1.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 20,013 (35.8%) |
| Some College | 8,644 (15.5%) |
| Associates | 9,275 (16.6%) |
| Bachelors | 5,664 (10.1%) |
| Graduate Degree | 11,595 (20.7%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $63,577 ▼ 17% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $150,876 ▼ 46% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.4x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $892/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 40,688 |
| Vacant Units | 4,632 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Howard County is located in Indiana and encompasses 9 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 85,939 residents. With a median age of 40.76, it is a middle-aged county.
Howard County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $63,577 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 5.6%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Howard County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $150,876 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $891. Homeownership rates are high at 72.3%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Howard County are primarily White (83.38%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 30.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Howard County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46936 | Greentown | 5,956 | $79,345 | $206,700 | $841 | 5.6% | 45.1% |
| 46901 | Kokomo | 38,254 | $61,041 | $131,700 | $869 | 6.9% | 28.0% |
| 46902 | Kokomo | 36,640 | $59,548 | $154,400 | $929 | 4.1% | 29.9% |
| 46979 | Russiaville | 5,026 | $93,571 | $205,000 | $850 | 7.6% | 41.2% |