Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.1 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.53 |
| Below Poverty | 11.4% ▲ 14% above avg |
| College Grads | 22.8% ▼ 41% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.1% ▼ 17% below avg |
| No HS Diploma | 205 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 6,796 (41.3%) |
| Some College | 3,270 (19.9%) |
| Associates | 2,443 (14.8%) |
| Bachelors | 1,371 (8.3%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,382 (14.5%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $69,305 ▼ 9% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $148,446 ▼ 47% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $907/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 11,208 |
| Vacant Units | 962 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Jennings County is located in Indiana and encompasses 7 ZIP codes spanning 7 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 26,201 residents. With a median age of 40.14, it is a middle-aged county.
Jennings County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $69,305 is near the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, below the national average. The poverty rate of 11.4% is above the national average.
Housing in Jennings County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $148,446 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $907. Homeownership rates are high at 78.8%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Jennings County are primarily White (93.25%). Educational attainment is less-educated — 22.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Jennings County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 7 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47223 | Butlerville | 1,190 | $88,025 | $189,000 | — | 3.2% | 29.4% |
| 47227 | Commiskey | 1,425 | $87,617 | $166,300 | $769 | 3.1% | 17.2% |
| 47265 | North Vernon | 20,981 | $65,877 | $143,700 | $916 | 4.6% | 22.6% |
| 47270 | Paris Crossing | 543 | $80,690 | $137,500 | $525 | 0.0% | 9.5% |
| 47273 | Scipio | 1,838 | $79,015 | $173,800 | $1,057 | 0.7% | 28.0% |
| 47282 | Vernon | 224 | $67,188 | $82,500 | $688 | 1.6% | 34.0% |