ZIP Code 47909: Population, Income, Housing

State: IN
Total population: 43,561 Household income: $68,035 Rent: $1,127

Overview

Total population
43,561
Rent
$1,127
Year built
1991
Household income
$68,035
Per capita income
$34,143
Poverty rate
13.1%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Household size
2.4 persons
Rent over 30% of income
57.4%

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).

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
Tippecanoe County
Total population
43,561
Adults over 25
28,071
Total households
18,168
Household size
2.4 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).

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.

Income & Poverty

Household income
$68,035
Per capita income
$34,143
Poverty rate
13.1%
Unemployment rate
N/A
Rent over 30% of income
57.4%

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).

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.

Housing

Rent
$1,127
Year built
1991
Households that rent
34%
Households that own
66%
Rooms per home (all homes)
5.8

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.

Race

White
76%
Black
8.5%
Asian
2.5%
Two or more races
8.4%

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).

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.

Ethnicity

Hispanic or Latino
12.5%
Not Hispanic or Latino
87.5%

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).

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.

Commute

Commute rate
20,171 (91.7%)
Commute time to work
18 mins
Work from home
1,825 (8.3%)

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.

Education

Less than high school
25.6%
High school graduate or GED
30.7%
Some college or associate degree
11.8%
Bachelor’s degree or higher
31.8%

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.

 

Comparison of ZIP Code 47909 with: Tippecanoe County, IN Indiana United States

ZIP 47909

Total population43,561
Rent$1,127
Year built1991
Household income$68,035
Per capita income$34,143
Poverty rate13.1%
Unemployment rateN/A

Tippecanoe County, IN

Total population189,071
Rent$1,124
Year built1987
Household income$60,636
Per capita income$33,313
Poverty rate19.2%
Unemployment rate3.5%

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 ZIP47909 CountyTippecanoe, INStateIndianaCountryUnited States
Total population43,561189,0716,851,073334,922,499
Rent$1,127$1,124$1,062$1,413
Year built1991198719761980
Household income$68,035$60,636$71,957$80,734
Per capita income$34,143$33,313$38,351$44,673
Poverty rate13.1%19.2%12.3%12.5%
Unemployment rateN/A3.5%4.2%4%

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Summary for 47909

Rent & Income

In 47909, the typical monthly rent is $1,127 and the typical household income is $68,035. Rent here is higher than Indiana, and household income is lower than Indiana. The estimated poverty rate is 13.1%.

Housing & Affordability

This ZIP Code is primarily owner-occupied, with renters accounting for about 34% of households. About 57.4% of renters spend more than 30% of their income on housing, indicating high cost burden.

Education & Employment

Educational attainment is moderate, with about 31.8% of adults holding a bachelor’s degree or higher.

 

ZIP 47909 — Rent vs Household Income

 

 

ZIP 47909 — Poverty

 

 

How ZIP 47909 compares in Indiana (62 ZIP Codes)

Metric This ZIP Rank Starts from State range
Rent $1,127 25 / 62 from lower rent $820 – $1,795
Household income $68,035 35 / 62 from higher income $49,195 – $177,679
Poverty rate 13.1% 37 / 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 47909

Rent

For rent, this ZIP is positioned 25th out of 62 ZIP Codes in Indiana. In Indiana as a whole, the range goes from $820 in ZIP 47374 up to $1,795 in ZIP 46077.

Household income

For household income, ZIP Code 47909 ranks 35th out of 62 ZIP Codes. Statewide, values range from $49,195 in ZIP 46201 up to $177,679 in ZIP 46077.

Poverty rate

For poverty levels, this ZIP is positioned 37th out of 62 ZIP Codes. Across Indiana, figures vary from 2% in ZIP 46033 up to 28.6% in ZIP 47906.

 

💰 Rent in ZIP Code 47909 (with Utilities)

Estimated Monthly Rent: $1,127 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 47909

Annual Household Income: $68,035

💡 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 47909

Estimated Rate: 13.1%

💡 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 47909

In ZIP Code 47909, households that rent: 6,177 (34%)

📊 What does the renter household percentage reveal about this ZIP Code?
Household Type Count Share
Renter-Occupied 6,177 34%
Owner-Occupied 11,991 66%

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 47909

In ZIP Code 47909, cost-burdened renters (households spending over 30% of income on housing): 3,543 (57.4%)

🏚️ What Does It Mean When Renters Spend Over 30% of Their Income on Housing?
Household Group Households Share
Cost-burdened renters (over 30%) 3,543 57.4%
Other renter households 2,634 42.6%
Total renter households 6,177 100%

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 47909

Less than High School: 7,196 people (25.6%)

Includes adults who did not complete high school.

High School Graduate or GED: 8,631 people (30.7%)

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

Some College or Associate Degree: 3,306 people (11.8%)

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

Bachelor’s Degree or Higher: 8,938 people (31.8%)

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

👥 Total Adults (25+): 28,071

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.