Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 13.8% ▲ 38% above avg |
| College Grads | 23.6% ▼ 39% below avg |
| Unemployment | 3.4% ▼ 32% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 118 (1%) |
| HS Graduate | 5,769 (47.2%) |
| Some College | 1,845 (15.1%) |
| Associates | 1,613 (13.2%) |
| Bachelors | 1,158 (9.5%) |
| Graduate Degree | 1,719 (14.1%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,757 ▼ 28% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $110,435 ▼ 60% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $775/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 9,145 |
| Vacant Units | 993 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jay County is located in Indiana and encompasses 6 ZIP codes spanning 6 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 20,660 residents. With a median age of 40.14, it is a middle-aged county.
Jay County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,756 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 13.8% is above the national average.
Housing in Jay County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $110,435 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $774. Homeownership rates are high at 78.7%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jay County are primarily White (93.13%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 23.6% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jay County, IN is a working-class area in Indiana. The 6 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47326 | Bryant | 1,784 | $51,418 | — | $821 | 2.6% | 14.8% |
| 47336 | Dunkirk | 2,793 | $50,381 | $83,600 | $829 | 3.3% | 18.5% |
| 47369 | Pennville | 1,216 | $33,510 | $161,800 | $675 | 2.3% | 12.3% |
| 47371 | Portland | 12,450 | $59,215 | $116,100 | $746 | 3.4% | 27.8% |
| 47373 | Redkey | 2,218 | $49,199 | $85,600 | $858 | 3.4% | 20.5% |
| 47381 | Salamonia | 199 | $58,958 | $95,600 | $1,100 | 12.7% | 16.8% |