ZIP Code 46312 — East chicago, IN

Lake | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 46312 in East chicago, IN has a population of 26,022 with a median household income of $42,125 and a median home value of $105,400 . The cost of living index is 51.1 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
26,022
Median Age
36.50
Male
12,724
Female
13,298

Race & Ethnicity

White
12.8%
Black
36.8%
Hispanic
57.2%
Asian
0.3%
Native American
0.5%
Pacific Islander
0.0%
Two or More
12.8%
Other
36.9%

Income

Median Household
$42,125
Mean Household
$59,483
Per Capita
$23,656
Below Poverty
26.3%

Housing

Median Home Value
$105,400
Median Rent
$854
Total Units
12,365
Occupied
9,943
Owner Occupied
42.9%
Renter Occupied
57.1%
Median Year Built
1938
Vacant
2,422

Education

High School or Higher 73.8%
Bachelor's or Higher 10.7%
Graduate Degree 3.4%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
11,629
Unemployment
7.7%
Drive Alone
75.3%
Public Transit
1.0%
Work from Home
4.6%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

51.1
National average = 100. Below average by 49.0%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 46312?

ZIP code 46312 (East chicago, IN) has a total population of 26,022 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 46312?

The median household income in ZIP code 46312 is $42,125 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 46312 in?

ZIP code 46312 is primarily located in East chicago, Indiana (IN).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 46312?

The median home value in ZIP code 46312 is $105,400, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 46312?

The median age in ZIP code 46312 is 36.50 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.