ZIP Code 46394 — Whiting, IN

Lake | 2024 Census Data

Key Takeaway

ZIP code 46394 in Whiting, IN has a population of 11,894 with a median household income of $66,176 and a median home value of $173,200 . The cost of living index is 70.0 (national average = 100).

Population & Age

Total Population
11,894
Median Age
40.30
Male
5,799
Female
6,095

Race & Ethnicity

White
51.2%
Black
6.3%
Hispanic
46.8%
Asian
0.7%
Native American
4.2%
Pacific Islander
0.1%
Two or More
11.9%
Other
25.6%

Income

Median Household
$66,176
Mean Household
$80,738
Per Capita
$33,922
Below Poverty
15.7%

Housing

Median Home Value
$173,200
Median Rent
$986
Total Units
5,258
Occupied
4,858
Owner Occupied
65.2%
Renter Occupied
34.9%
Median Year Built
1938
Vacant
400

Education

High School or Higher 85.8%
Bachelor's or Higher 24.7%
Graduate Degree 5.4%

Employment & Commuting

Labor Force
5,824
Unemployment
8.6%
Drive Alone
80.0%
Public Transit
1.9%
Work from Home
7.8%
Avg Commute
N/A

Cost of Living Index

70.0
National average = 100. Below average by 30.0%.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the population of ZIP code 46394?

ZIP code 46394 (Whiting, IN) has a total population of 11,894 according to the 2024 American Community Survey.

What is the median household income in ZIP code 46394?

The median household income in ZIP code 46394 is $66,176 per year, based on 2024 Census Bureau data.

What city is ZIP code 46394 in?

ZIP code 46394 is primarily located in Whiting, Indiana (IN).

What is the median home value in ZIP code 46394?

The median home value in ZIP code 46394 is $173,200, based on the 2024 American Community Survey 5-year estimates.

What is the median age in ZIP code 46394?

The median age in ZIP code 46394 is 40.30 years, compared to the national median of 38.9 years.