Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.47 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 31.8% ▼ 18% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.3% ▼ 13% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 403 (2%) |
| HS Graduate | 7,611 (37.2%) |
| Some College | 3,320 (16.2%) |
| Associates | 2,582 (12.6%) |
| Bachelors | 2,600 (12.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 3,927 (19.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,086 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $181,648 ▼ 35% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 3.0x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $868/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 13,958 |
| Vacant Units | 1,592 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jefferson County is located in Indiana and encompasses 5 ZIP codes spanning 5 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 32,218 residents. With a median age of 40.53, it is a middle-aged county.
Jefferson County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,086 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 Jefferson County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $181,648 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $867. Homeownership rates are high at 68.9%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jefferson County are primarily White (92.04%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 31.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jefferson County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 5 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47224 | Canaan | 396 | $101,250 | $274,100 | — | 0.0% | 34.8% |
| 47230 | Deputy | 1,832 | $76,964 | $252,000 | $815 | 10.1% | 25.1% |
| 47231 | Dupont | 742 | $50,000 | $93,900 | $886 | 15.9% | 14.4% |
| 47243 | Hanover | 6,235 | $66,333 | $172,000 | $922 | 5.0% | 31.5% |
| 47250 | Madison | 23,013 | $56,667 | $179,900 | $857 | 3.3% | 32.9% |