ZIP Code 46202 in Indianapolis, IN

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Indianapolis, Indiana
County:Marion County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:12:34:12 AM
Population:22,217 [See All]
Area Codes:317 / 463 / 765
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.7807, -86.1664
Land Area:5.478 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 46202 has 22,217 residents and 11,168 households (average 1.75 persons per household). The median age is 28.8 years, significantly younger than the state (38.2) and significantly younger than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 51.0% male and 49.0% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%), making this a male-majority area. Largest groups are White (59.0%, much lower than the state average of 77.2%) and Black or African American (22.7%, much higher than the state average of 9.6% and well above the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 6.8%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%), and Black or African American share is much higher than both the state (9.6%) and national averages (12.4%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2020 Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC) and U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:22,217Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:20,331Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:23,373Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:4,055.7 people per sq mile
Average Income:$61,082Source: Census ACS
Households:11,168Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$420,200Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:1.75Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:4.94Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--16,20416,02115,96616,69017,44318,28819,31720,00720,50420,06121,03920,68820,331
Decennial Census16,335------------------22,217------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

Population by Age & Gender (Total, Male, Female)


Median Age: 28.8

Male Median Age: 30.2

Female Median Age: 27.7

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male4693242518871,7531,9221,3078785834625135445613702551197154
Female4432873211,2112,0192,0111,09662243834437545545230920512373110
Total9126115722,0983,7723,9332,4031,5001,0218068889991,013679460242144164
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:13,11358.61%
Black:5,04922.57%
Hispanic:*1,5186.79%
Asian:1,9158.56%
American Indian:560.25%
Hawaiian:60.03%
Other:7153.20%
Total:22,372100%
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)
* NOTE: Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity, not a race. This means individuals who identify as Hispanic will also be included in one of the race categories (such as White or Black). As a result, the totals shown here may exceed 100% when Hispanic is displayed alongside racial groups.

Gender Breakdown


GenderCount%Median Age
Males:11,32350.97%30.2 years
Females:10,89449.03%27.7 years
Total:22,217100%28.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:17,96388.35%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1350.66%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:5042.48%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:1,72910.98%
Total Population:20,331100%
Total Native Population:18,09889.02%
Total Foreign-born Population:2,23310.98%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS
Note: Nativity and Citizenship derived from American Community Survey (ACS) 5-year estimates. Total Population listed here will not match official ZIP Code population totals, which are based on the Decennial Census.

Income & Employment


In 2023, the Median household income is $61,082, which is far less than the national median ($78,538), is up $28,073 (85.0%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $17,620. Family households earn a median of $104,621 versus $52,304 for nonfamily households (a difference of $52,317). By gender, male median income is $76,180 and female is $62,466, which is much higher than the state female median ($47,719), with a current gap of $13,714 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 70.9%, which is considerably higher than the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 5.4%, which is well above the state rate (4.3%). The largest occupation group is Management (61.7%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02, DP03, DP04 and DP05.

Median Income Over Time (Household, Family, Nonfamily, Male, Female)


Income Type2011201220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Household Income$33,009$34,967$31,698$31,499$32,186$33,020$36,092$41,123$43,462$50,216$54,972$59,578$61,082
Median Family Income$48,021$50,840$51,754$51,771$56,935$64,028$82,426$85,956$90,227$98,490$96,667$99,030$104,621
Median NonFamily Income$27,120$27,241$24,725$24,238$24,077$25,531$27,872$28,770$31,284$37,716$43,734$48,453$52,304
Median Male Income$48,734$50,176$45,720$45,996$50,097$50,195$51,775$56,095$57,208$58,272$67,637$74,089$76,180
Median Female Income$39,417$39,321$40,131$42,893$41,480$41,333$42,881$42,283$43,902$44,761$52,028$58,135$62,466
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:12,46767.09%
Unemployed:7063.80%
Not In Labor Force:5,41029.11%
Total:18,583100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment by Occupation (Civilian Employed Population, 16 and Over)


Management, business, science, and arts:7,69361.71%
Service:1,25010.03%
Sales and Office:2,25518.09%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:3592.88%
Production, transportation, and material moving:9107.30%
Total Civilian Employed Population:12,467100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2023, the median home value is $420,200, which is considerably higher than the state median ($201,600), is up $246,000 (141.22%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $144,500. The median gross rent is $1,258, which is considerably higher than the state median ($1,020), is up $492 (64.23%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $289. Of occupied housing, owners make up 28.80% (71.38% with a mortgage, 28.62% free-and-clear) and renters 71.20% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 13.48%, which is much higher than the state rate (9.20%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Home Value$174,200$170,700$168,900$174,300$186,300$199,300$230,700$248,700$275,700$307,400$326,000$359,600$420,200
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:5276.96%
$500 to $999:1,40218.51%
$1,000 to $1,499:3,36144.37%
$1,500 to $1,999:1,66221.94%
$2,000 to $2,499:4626.10%
$2,500 to $2,999:420.55%
$3,000 or more:400.53%
No Rent:791.04%
Total:7,575100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Median Rent$766$770$784$826$831$865$922$936$969$999$1,075$1,178$1,258
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):2,18720.56%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):8778.24%
Renter Occupied:7,57571.20%
Total Occupied Housing Units:10,639100%

Occupied Housing Units:10,63986.52%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,65813.48%
Total Housing Units:12,297100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Type (Single-Family, Multi-Family, Other)


Single-Family Units:4,04532.89%
Multi-Family Units:8,23066.93%
Other Units:220.18%
Total Housing Units:12,297100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 62.30% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is markedly above the state rate (28.80%), well above both the state and national averages. High school or higher is 90.50%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 5.80%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 22.90%, which is falls below the national rate (36.30%). The share of people in poverty is 9.70%, which is on par with the state rate (8.40%), down 8.80 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.90 percentage points. This points to a pronounced improvement in local conditions - rising incomes, firmer consumer demand, and a stronger tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is college (74.64%). College enrollment is 74.64%, which is markedly above the state rate (24.10%), indicating the community is likely a college hub with student-driven housing and services.

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:3312.50%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:9277.00%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,87414.15%
Some college, no degree:1,40110.58%
Associate's degree:4533.42%
Bachelor's degree:4,57334.54%
Graduate or professional degree:3,68127.80%
Total:13,240100%
High school or higher:11,98290.50%
Bachelor's degree or higher:8,25462.34%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Health Insurance Coverage by Type (Private, Public, Uninsured)


Private Insurance:14,98672.75%
Public Insurance:4,48521.77%
No Insurance:1,1275.47%
Total:20,598100%
Has Health Insurance:19,47194.53%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2023)


Group2011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
% of People in Poverty18.5%18.8%19.1%19.0%16.3%13.3%11.2%8.7%6.8%4.2%7.5%7.7%9.7%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Note: Counts of Families & People in poverty are not published at the ZIP Code level due to small sample sizes. Percentages shown are survey estimates from the American Community Survey (ACS). They may differ from official poverty statistics. The U.S. Census Bureau defines poverty status by comparing a family's or individual's total income with federal poverty thresholds that vary by family size and composition.

School Enrollment by Education Level (Ages 3 and Older)


Nursery School, Preschool:2684.50%
Kindergarten:1572.63%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):70111.76%
High school (grades 9-12):3856.46%
College or graduate school:4,44874.64%
Total:5,959100%
Early Childhood:4257.13%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1,24320.86%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 46202 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 989 business establishments, employing about 42,952 people with an annual payroll of $3,400,800,000. USPS data shows 13,356 residential mailboxes and 1,269 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:13,356Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:1,269Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:14,837Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:4,867Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:6,707Source: USPS
# of Businesses:989Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$821,977,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$3,400,800,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:42,952Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 46202 is located in Marion County, Indiana, within the Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 26900) and Indiana's 7th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 2,106,327 people, about 1.05% of whom live in ZIP Code 46202. It covers 5.478 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.09 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Indianapolis-Carmel-Greenwood, INSource: Census
CBSA Number:26900Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:2,106,327Source: Census
MSA:Indianapolis, IN MSASource: Census
Land Area:5.478 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.09 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:07Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:303.84 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:26900Source: Census
Place Name:Indianapolis-Carmel-Anderson, IN Metro AreaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


46203 | | 46201

Schools in ZIP Code 46202


ZIP Code 46202 is in the Indianapolis Public Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 12 public schools and 4 private school(s) in this ZIP Code. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Herron High School 110 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Vision Academy 1751 E Riverside Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Global Preparatory Academy 2033 Sugar Grove Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Urban Act Academy 1250 E Market Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Paramount Cottage Home 1203 E St. Clair Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Paramount Online Academy 1203 E St Clair St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Herron Preparatory Academy 110 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
Crispus Attucks High School 1140 Dr M Luther King Jr St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Riverside School 44 2033 Sugar Grove Ave
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Center For Inquiry School 2 725 N New Jersey St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Center For Inquiry School 27 545 E 19th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Thrival Academy 1500 E Michigan Street
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Indianapolis Public Schools
Capitol City Seventh-Day Adventist School 2143 Blvd Pl
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Private School
Holy Cross Central School 125 N Oriental St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Private School
Legacy Learning Center 1102 Roosevelt Ave Ste 7
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Private School
The Oaks Academy 1301 E 16th St
Indianapolis, IN 46202
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 46202


Indiana University-Purdue University-Indianapolis 420 University Blvd
Indianapolis, IN 46202-5143
Type: Post Secondary
American College Of Education 101 West Ohio Street, Suite 1200
Indianapolis, IN 46204
Type: Post Secondary
Ivy Tech Community College 50 W. Fall Creek Parkway N. Drive
Indianapolis, IN 46208-5752
Type: Post Secondary
Ivy Tech Community College-Central Indiana 50 W Fall Creek Parkway N Dr
Indianapolis, IN 46208-9272
Type: Post Secondary
Relay Graduate School Of Education - Indiana 2255 Ralston Avenue
Indianapolis, IN 46218
Type: Post Secondary
Kenny's Academy Of Barbering 2150 Lafayette Road
Indianapolis, IN 46222-2327
Type: Post Secondary

Sources & References


Our sources include trusted federal and licensed data from the United States Postal Service, U.S. Census Bureau, U.S. Geological Survey, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, and the National Center for Education Statistics, along with proprietary datasets created by ZIP-Codes.com. Data last updated on October 1, 2025.

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    • U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates (ACS) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census Business Patterns (CBD) [Annually] [Updated: Annually, As Released]
    • U.S. Census American National Standards Institute (ANSI) [Updated: As Released]
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