ZIP Code 47162 in New Washington, IN

Data Last Updated: November 1, 2025
City:New Washington, Indiana
City Alias:New Washingtn
County:Clark County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:12:47:40 AM
Population:906 [See All]
Area Codes:812 / 930
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:38.5483, -85.4788
Land Area:17.429 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 47162 has 906 residents and 335 households (average 2.70 persons per household). The median age is 40.6 years, slightly older than the state (38.2) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.7% male and 50.3% female, which is about the same as the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (95.9%, much higher than the state average of 77.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.7%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.7%, which is much lower than the national average (18.7%).

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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:906Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:501Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,007Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:52.0 people per sq mile
Average Income:$73,839Source: Census ACS
Households:335Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$161,700Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.70Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.97Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--796836680672668668731673801757585598501
Decennial Census829------------------906------
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: 40.6

Male Median Age: 41.2

Female Median Age: 40

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male25283224421817342922273923362513115
Female2628423422212530212927233243271664
Total51567458643942645051546255795229179
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:86996.88%
Black:50.56%
Hispanic:*151.67%
Asian:00%
American Indian:00%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:80.89%
Total:897100%
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:45049.67%41.2 years
Females:45650.33%40.0 years
Total:906100%40.6 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:501100.00%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:00.00%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:00.00%
Total Population:501100%
Total Native Population:501100.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:00.00%
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 $73,839, which is lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $29,237 (65.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $30,615. Family households earn a median of $60,694 versus $0 for nonfamily households (a difference of $60,694). By gender, male median income is $49,608 and female is $24,890, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $24,718 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 57.1%, which is lower than the state rate (64.0%). The unemployment rate is 0.0%, which is markedly below the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (38.7%).

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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$44,602$48,214$21,111$23,043$0$0$36,154$52,700$43,224$42,500$64,038$68,859$73,839
Median Family Income$58,077$56,250$45,833$46,094$51,989$51,935$74,688$76,638$65,417$61,591$68,472$47,351$60,694
Median NonFamily Income$8,321$7,461$14,459$17,083$16,500$20,331$18,000$24,250$25,682$26,750$0$0$0
Median Male Income$42,143$45,243$45,208$45,375$0$44,022$42,628$42,683$42,353$60,707$44,775$47,332$49,608
Median Female Income$28,000$36,400$30,917$36,806$0$37,875$40,096$44,375$0$24,625$0$24,461$24,890
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:22257.07%
Unemployed:00.00%
Not In Labor Force:16742.93%
Total:389100%
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:8638.74%
Service:5323.87%
Sales and Office:2913.06%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:3817.12%
Production, transportation, and material moving:167.21%
Total Civilian Employed Population:222100%
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 $161,700, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $46,900 (40.85%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $46,100. The median gross rent is $0, which is far less than the state median ($1,020), is down $922 (100.00%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $0. Of occupied housing, owners make up 74.50% (40.94% with a mortgage, 59.06% free-and-clear) and renters 25.50% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 15.97%, 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$114,800$114,000$63,600$84,000$105,300$87,500$104,900$114,400$115,600$100,800$124,200$151,800$161,700
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:00.00%
$500 to $999:2854.90%
$1,000 to $1,499:00.00%
$1,500 to $1,999:00.00%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2345.10%
Total:51100%
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$922$631$627$628$628$678$0$0$0$0$0$0$0
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):6130.50%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):8844.00%
Renter Occupied:5125.50%
Total Occupied Housing Units:200100%

Occupied Housing Units:20084.03%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):3815.97%
Total Housing Units:238100%
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:20084.03%
Multi-Family Units:00.00%
Other Units:3815.97%
Total Housing Units:238100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 23.70% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is comparable to the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 97.80%, which is far higher than the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 0.00%, which is far lower than the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 0.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%). Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is pre-K (62.67%). College enrollment is 12.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (26.70%), meaning the community mirrors broader higher-education participation.

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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:00.00%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:72.18%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):19761.37%
Some college, no degree:4112.77%
Associate's degree:00.00%
Bachelor's degree:6018.69%
Graduate or professional degree:164.98%
Total:321100%
High school or higher:31497.82%
Bachelor's degree or higher:7623.68%
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:40372.35%
Public Insurance:15427.65%
No Insurance:00.00%
Total:557100%
Has Health Insurance:557100.00%
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 Poverty0.0%13.7%19.2%14.8%13.1%14.1%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%0.0%
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:4762.67%
Kindergarten:00.00%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):1925.33%
High school (grades 9-12):00.00%
College or graduate school:912.00%
Total:75100%
Early Childhood:4762.67%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):1925.33%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 47162 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 16 business establishments, employing about 95 people with an annual payroll of $4,747,000. USPS data shows 373 residential mailboxes and 13 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:373Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:13Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:674Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:373Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:16Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,119,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$4,747,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:95Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 47162 is located in Clark County, Indiana, within the Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 31140) and Indiana's 9th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 1,361,847 people, about 0.07% of whom live in ZIP Code 47162. It covers 17.429 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.05 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Louisville/Jefferson County, KY-INSource: Census
CBSA Number:31140Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:1,361,847Source: Census
MSA:Louisville, KY-IN MSASource: Census
Land Area:17.429 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.05 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:09Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:4486.77 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1853820Source: Census
Place Name:New Washington CDP; IndianaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


47163 | | 47161

Schools in ZIP Code 47162


ZIP Code 47162 is in the Greater Clark County Schools, which serves grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th. There are 2 public school(s) in this ZIP Code, and we have located 3 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

New Washington Elementary School 224 Poplar - 130
New Washington, IN 47162
District: Greater Clark County Schools
New Washington Middle/High School 226 N Hwy 62
New Washington, IN 47162
District: Greater Clark County Schools
Pope John Xxiii Elementary School 221 W State St
Madison, IN 47250
District: Private SchoolNearby
Christian Academy Of Madison 477 W Hutchinson Ln
Madison, IN 47250
District: Private SchoolNearby
Grace Christian Academy Inc 1525 N Gardner St
Scottsburg, IN 47170
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 47162


Hanover College 517 Ball Drive
Hanover, IN 47243
Type: Post Secondary
Pj's College Of Cosmetology-Crestwood 6539 West Highway 22
Crestwood, KY 40014-9323
Type: Post Secondary
Ivy Tech Community College-Southeast 590 Ivy Tech Dr
Madison, IN 47250-1881
Type: Post Secondary
Galen College Of Nursing-Louisville 3050 Terra Crossing Blvd.
Louisville, KY 40245
Type: Post Secondary
Ivy Tech Community College-South Central 8204 Hwy 311
Sellersburg, IN 47172-1897
Type: Post Secondary
Caris College 2780 Jefferson Centre Way, Suite 103
Jeffersonville, IN 47130-8293
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 November 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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