NeighborhoodRanked

Zip Code 47281

IN · Population: 1,432

B+
73/100
79
B+
Safety
80
A
Affordability
56
C+
Quality of Life
76
B+
Jobs
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About Zip Code 47281

Zip code 47281 is located in Indiana and is home to approximately 1,432 residents. It receives an overall grade of B+ (score: 73/100), based on safety, affordability, quality of life, and employment metrics.

Crime rates here are below the national average, suggesting a relatively safe community.

With a median household income of $75,685 and home values around $175,300, this zip code offers strong affordability. Residents typically spend a manageable share of their income on housing.

Educational attainment is below the national average, with 13.7% of adults holding a bachelor's degree or higher.

Unemployment stands at 3.6%, which is near the national average.

Scores are percentile-based: a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that dimension. Data is sourced from the US Census Bureau (ACS 5-year estimates) and the FBI Uniform Crime Report.

Demographics & Economics

Median Income
$75,685
Home Value
$175,300
Rent
—
Median Age
40
College Educated
13.7%
Unemployment
3.6%
Owner-Occupied
94.8%
Rent Burden
—

Score Breakdown

DimensionScoreGradeInterpretation
Safety79B+Lower crime = higher score
Affordability80ALower cost relative to income = higher
Quality of Life56C+Education, commute, ownership
Jobs & Economy76B+Lower unemployment = higher
Overall73B+Weighted average

Methodology

All scores are percentile-based (0–100): a score of 85 means this zip code ranks better than 85% of all US zip codes on that metric. Safety uses FBI Uniform Crime Report state-level data (Phase 2 will add zip-level granularity). Economic and demographic data is from the US Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates (2022).