Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 41.5 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 2.28 |
| Below Poverty | 12.0% ▲ 20% above avg |
| College Grads | 27.8% ▼ 28% below avg |
| Unemployment | 4.8% ≈ Avg |
| No HS Diploma | 41 (0.3%) |
| HS Graduate | 4,851 (40.6%) |
| Some College | 2,228 (18.6%) |
| Associates | 1,514 (12.7%) |
| Bachelors | 1,238 (10.4%) |
| Graduate Degree | 2,086 (17.4%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,161 ▼ 21% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $154,038 ▼ 45% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.6x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $678/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 7,945 |
| Vacant Units | 670 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Perry County is located in Indiana and encompasses 8 ZIP codes spanning 8 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 18,058 residents. With a median age of 41.54, it is a middle-aged county.
Perry County has a solidly middle-class economic profile. The median household income of $60,160 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, near the national average. The poverty rate of 12.0% is above the national average.
Housing in Perry County is an affordable housing market, with a median home value of $154,038 — below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $677. Homeownership rates are high at 77.0%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Perry County are primarily White (92.73%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 27.8% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average.
Perry County, IN is a solidly middle-class area in Indiana. The 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47515 | Bristow | 1,196 | $68,854 | $198,400 | — | 8.4% | 18.5% |
| 47520 | Cannelton | 2,768 | $52,969 | $140,700 | $729 | 7.3% | 20.5% |
| 47525 | Derby | 313 | $71,731 | $194,500 | — | 0.0% | 27.7% |
| 47551 | Leopold | 561 | $88,047 | $187,500 | — | 3.6% | 40.5% |
| 47574 | Rome | 136 | $111,250 | — | — | 0.0% | 19.8% |
| 47586 | Tell City | 10,994 | $58,641 | $137,900 | $665 | 4.8% | 30.8% |