Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 36.4 yrs |
|---|---|
| Avg HH Size | 0.45 |
| Below Poverty | 18.6% ▲ 86% above avg |
| College Grads | 36.5% ≈ Avg |
| Unemployment | 6.1% ▲ 25% above avg |
| No HS Diploma | 701 (1.2%) |
| HS Graduate | 18,835 (31%) |
| Some College | 9,250 (15.2%) |
| Associates | 9,619 (15.8%) |
| Bachelors | 6,531 (10.7%) |
| Graduate Degree | 15,821 (26%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $54,545 ▼ 29% below avg |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $136,690 ▼ 51% below avg |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.5x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $859/mo |
| Total Housing Units | 46,268 |
| Vacant Units | 4,308 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Vigo County is located in Indiana and encompasses 19 ZIP codes spanning 12 cities and communities. The county has an estimated population of 104,736 residents. With a median age of 36.4, it is a relatively young county.
Vigo County has a working-class economic profile. The median household income of $54,545 is below the national average. Unemployment stands at 6.1%, above the national average. The poverty rate of 18.6% is significantly above the national average, indicating economic challenges.
Housing in Vigo County is one of the more affordable housing markets in the country, with a median home value of $136,690 — well below the national average. Monthly median rent is approximately $858. Homeownership rates are high at 63.2%, reflecting a largely residential, stable population.
The residents of Vigo County are primarily White (84.1%). Educational attainment is moderately educated — 36.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average.
Vigo County, IN is a working-class area in Indiana. The 19 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47858 | Lewis | 952 | $49,459 | $132,800 | — | 0.0% | 75.0% |
| 47866 | Pimento | 512 | $83,558 | $177,500 | — | 0.0% | 45.3% |
| 47871 | Riley | 479 | $72,813 | $92,700 | $921 | 21.4% | 30.6% |
| 47802 | Terre Haute | 33,192 | $58,880 | $165,800 | $865 | 5.5% | 40.1% |
| 47803 | Terre Haute | 21,702 | $59,306 | $146,600 | $895 | 6.3% | 46.4% |
| 47804 | Terre Haute | 10,642 | $38,036 | $87,700 | $904 | 9.9% | 24.0% |
| 47805 | Terre Haute | 12,809 | $69,716 | $151,900 | $795 | 3.6% | 33.4% |
| 47807 | Terre Haute | 13,028 | $24,389 | $58,400 | $910 | 8.2% | 24.4% |
| 47885 | West Terre Haute | 9,287 | $66,203 | $154,900 | $715 | 5.7% | 31.9% |