ZIP Code 47711: Population, Income, Housing

State: IN

Total population: 30,944 Household income: $66,320 Rent: $985

Overview

Total population

30,944

Rent

$985

Year built

1963

Household income

$66,320

Per capita income

$38,536

Poverty rate

11.8%

Unemployment rate

N/A

Household size

2.3 persons

Rent over 30% of income

46%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Data are sourced from the American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates, 2024 release — the latest dataset currently available. New 5-year estimates are published annually, about 6–12 months after the end of each reference year.

Demographics

State

Indiana

County

Vanderburgh County

City

Evansville

Total population

30,944

Adults over 25

22,575

Total households

13,321

Household size

2.3 persons

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Income & Poverty

Household income

$66,320

Per capita income

$38,536

Poverty rate

11.8%

Unemployment rate

N/A

Rent over 30% of income

46%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Housing

Rent

$985

Year built

1963

Households that rent

24.4%

Households that own

75.6%

Rooms per home (all homes)

5.4

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Race

White

83.3%

Black

7.6%

Asian

0.8%

Two or more races

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino

2.3%

Not Hispanic or Latino

97.7%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Commute

Commute rate

13,731 (93.5%)

Commute time to work

20 mins

Work from home

960 (6.5%)

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Education

Less than high school

28.6%

High school graduate or GED

36%

Some college or associate degree

10.5%

Bachelor’s degree or higher

25%

Note: Rent, income, and year built are shown as median values, while household size is shown as an average (see explanations below).

ZIP data use Census ZCTAs, which closely match USPS ZIP Codes in most cases (see FAQ for details).

Comparison of ZIP Code 47711 with: Vanderburgh County, IN Evansville, IN Evansville metro area, IN Indiana United States

ZIP 47711

Total population30,944

Rent$985

Year built1963

Household income$66,320

Per capita income$38,536

Poverty rate11.8%

Unemployment rateN/A

Vanderburgh County, IN

Total population180,117

Rent$985

Year built1970

Household income$61,648

Per capita income$36,840

Poverty rate14.3%

Unemployment rate3.7%

Evansville, IN

Total population116,116

Rent$975

Year built1961

Household income$53,387

Per capita income$32,690

Poverty rate18.4%

Unemployment rate4%

Evansville Metro Area, IN

Total population270,494

Rent$986

Year built1974

Household income$68,232

Per capita income$39,665

Poverty rate12.1%

Unemployment rate3.9%

Indiana State

Total population6,851,073

Rent$1,062

Year built1976

Household income$71,957

Per capita income$38,351

Poverty rate12.3%

Unemployment rate4.2%

United States

Total population334,922,499

Rent$1,413

Year built1980

Household income$80,734

Per capita income$44,673

Poverty rate12.5%

Unemployment rate4%

Metric	ZIP47711	CountyVanderburgh, IN	CityEvansville, IN	Metro AreaEvansville metro area, IN	StateIndiana	CountryUnited States
Total population	30,944	180,117	116,116	270,494	6,851,073	334,922,499
Rent	$985	$985	$975	$986	$1,062	$1,413
Year built	1963	1970	1961	1974	1976	1980
Household income	$66,320	$61,648	$53,387	$68,232	$71,957	$80,734
Per capita income	$38,536	$36,840	$32,690	$39,665	$38,351	$44,673
Poverty rate	11.8%	14.3%	18.4%	12.1%	12.3%	12.5%
Unemployment rate	N/A	3.7%	4%	3.9%	4.2%	4%

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Summary for 47711

Rent & Income

In 47711, the typical monthly rent is $985 and the typical household income is $66,320. Rent here is similar to Evansville and lower than Indiana, and household income is higher than Evansville and lower than Indiana. The estimated poverty rate is 11.8%, which is lower than the Evansville rate and similar to the Indiana rate.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 24.4% of households. About 46% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 25% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

ZIP 47711 — Rent vs Household Income

ZIP 47711 — Poverty

How ZIP 47711 compares in Indiana (62 ZIP Codes)

Metric	This ZIP	Rank	Starts from	State range
Rent	$985	10 / 62	from lower rent	$820 – $1,795
Household income	$66,320	38 / 62	from higher income	$49,195 – $177,679
Poverty rate	11.8%	32 / 62	from lower poverty	2% – 28.6%

Rankings are calculated among ZIP Codes in Indiana with total population > 30,000 (year 2024).

Detailed Ranking Explanation for ZIP Code 47711

Rent

In terms of rental prices, this ZIP stands 10th out of 62 ZIP Codes in Indiana. Across Indiana, figures vary from $820 in ZIP 47374 up to $1,795 in ZIP 46077.

Household income

When comparing household incomes, ZIP Code 47711 stands 38th out of 62 ZIP Codes. Throughout Indiana, numbers span from $49,195 in ZIP 46201 up to $177,679 in ZIP 46077.

Poverty rate

Looking at poverty indicators, this ZIP stands 32nd out of 62 ZIP Codes. At the state level, values extend from 2% in ZIP 46033 up to 28.6% in ZIP 47906.

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 47711 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $985 ℹ️ What’s Included:
✅ Base rent, electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuels
❌ Not included: internet, cable TV, renter's insurance, parking

💡 What does this rent estimate mean?

Explanation: This estimate shows what renters typically pay each month for housing — including the apartment or home and essential utilities like heat, water, and electricity.

Included in this number: Rent plus electricity, gas, water/sewer, and heating fuel.

Not included: Internet, cable, parking, renter’s insurance, or furniture rental.

Note: This cost does not depend on the number of people living in the home.

👨‍👧‍👦 Household Income in ZIP Code 47711

Annual Household Income: $66,320

💡 What does Household Income mean?

Definition: This represents the middle value of all household incomes in the ZIP code — half of households earn less, and half earn more.

Includes: wages, salaries, self-employment income, Social Security, pensions, investments, unemployment, public assistance, and rental income.

Does NOT include: capital gains, non-cash benefits (like food stamps), or tax refunds.

Household = any group of people (or a single person) living in the same housing unit.

Example: A couple earning $40,000 and $30,000 together have a household income of $70,000. If that's in the middle of all local incomes, it's the value shown here.

📉 Poverty Rate in ZIP Code 47711

Estimated Rate: 11.8%

💡 What does the Poverty Rate represent?

Definition: The percentage of people in this area living below the federal poverty threshold.

How it works: The threshold is a dollar amount set by the U.S. Census Bureau that varies by family size and age. If a household's income is below that level, everyone in it is included in this rate.

Example: In a town of 10,000 people, if 1,500 have incomes below the poverty line, the poverty rate is 15%.

Note: This statistic only includes people living in households; it does not count those in student housing, military barracks, or nursing homes.

🏘️ Renter vs. Owner Households in ZIP Code 47711

In ZIP Code 47711, households that rent: 3,245 (24.4%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?

Household Type	Count	Share
Renter-Occupied	3,245	24.4%
Owner-Occupied	10,076	75.6%

Definition: This is the percentage of households that rent their home rather than own it. It includes only occupied housing units.

Why it matters: Areas with a high share of renter households often have younger populations, higher mobility, and different housing needs compared to mostly owner-occupied areas.

Example: If 65% of homes in an area are renter-occupied, it means 65 out of every 100 households rent their home.

📉 Renters Spending Over 30% of Income on Rent in ZIP Code 47711

In ZIP Code 47711, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 1,494 (46%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?

Household Group	Households	Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%)	1,494	46%
Other renter households	1,751	54%
Total renter households	3,245	100%

Shares are calculated as a percentage of renter households.

This shows how many renters in the ZIP code are considered cost-burdened — meaning they spend more than 30% of their income on housing (rent and basic utilities).

It’s a sign that housing might be unaffordable in the area or that lower-income residents may be struggling with rent.

Data comes from the U.S. Census Bureau’s American Community Survey.

📊 Education Levels in ZIP Code 47711

Less than High School: 6,447 people (28.6%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 8,126 people (36%)

Includes adults whose highest education is a high school diploma or GED.

Some College or Associate Degree: 2,361 people (10.5%)

Includes adults who attended college without completing a bachelor’s degree (some college or associate degree).

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 5,641 people (25%)

Includes adults with a bachelor’s degree or higher (bachelor’s, master’s, professional, or doctoral degree).

👥 Total Adults (25+): 22,575

ℹ️ Have questions about how these statistics are calculated? See our data methodology & FAQs

Source: ACS 5-Year Estimates (U.S. Census Bureau) — unemployment rate from BLS. Some values are derived metrics.