ZIP Code 47272 in Saint Paul, IN

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Saint Paul, Indiana
Names to Avoid:
St Paul
Counties:Decatur County[Primary]
Rush County
Shelby County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:12:49:19 AM
Population:1,852 [See All]
Area Codes:812 / 930
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:39.4108, -85.6291
Land Area:30.778 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 47272 has 1,852 residents and 735 households (average 2.52 persons per household). The median age is 41.2 years, older than the state (38.2) and slightly older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 48.2% male and 51.8% female, which is slightly lower than the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (95.2%, much higher than the state average of 77.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (1.3%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 1.3%, 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:1,852Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:2,100Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:1,459Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:60.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$73,085Source: Census ACS
Households:735Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$131,600Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.52Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.79Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--1,7812,0272,2502,1542,2042,4392,2762,1362,1852,1231,6061,7202,100
Decennial Census2,041------------------1,852------
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: 41.2

Male Median Age: 41.2

Female Median Age: 41.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male485770613758544655596355686845171318
Female666257674157605458546678814556221521
Total11411912712878115114100113113129133149113101392839
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:1,76397.19%
Black:40.22%
Hispanic:*241.32%
Asian:30.17%
American Indian:10.06%
Hawaiian:00%
Other:191.05%
Total:1,814100%
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:89248.16%41.2 years
Females:96051.84%41.2 years
Total:1,852100%41.2 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:1,97594.05%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:411.95%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:190.90%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:654.00%
Total Population:2,100100%
Total Native Population:2,01696.00%
Total Foreign-born Population:844.00%
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 $73,085, which is lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $32,570 (80.4%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $24,835. Family households earn a median of $79,914 versus $48,375 for nonfamily households (a difference of $31,539). By gender, male median income is $54,904 and female is $49,041, which is considerably lower than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $5,863 that has narrowed from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 63.9%, which is comparable to the national rate (63.5%). The unemployment rate is 1.2%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (5.2%). The largest occupation group is Management (38.6%).

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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$40,515$42,656$40,568$40,625$40,735$46,518$48,571$47,969$48,250$61,471$65,349$70,288$73,085
Median Family Income$44,500$50,304$50,068$52,596$49,464$55,972$56,917$55,000$56,250$60,536$70,714$77,188$79,914
Median NonFamily Income$23,816$25,000$25,050$25,757$26,313$21,667$27,938$22,083$33,036$41,667$45,750$49,583$48,375
Median Male Income$51,000$47,778$43,942$41,875$0$39,491$40,245$40,726$41,613$43,026$60,170$64,688$54,904
Median Female Income$30,500$27,292$28,250$30,571$0$39,079$39,821$41,350$45,385$37,794$41,219$43,917$49,041
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:98263.11%
Unemployed:120.77%
Not In Labor Force:56236.12%
Total:1,556100%
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:37938.59%
Service:13013.24%
Sales and Office:11611.81%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:10510.69%
Production, transportation, and material moving:25225.66%
Total Civilian Employed Population:982100%
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 $131,600, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $37,700 (40.15%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $25,700. The median gross rent is $923, which is considerably lower than the national median ($1,348), is up $294 (46.74%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $60. Of occupied housing, owners make up 82.20% (49.92% with a mortgage, 50.08% free-and-clear) and renters 17.80% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 5.16%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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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$93,900$100,800$102,500$99,800$105,100$110,300$103,000$97,600$105,900$95,400$89,300$110,000$131,600
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:74.86%
$500 to $999:6645.83%
$1,000 to $1,499:2920.14%
$1,500 to $1,999:139.03%
$2,000 to $2,499:00.00%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2920.14%
Total:144100%
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$629$654$624$624$768$804$892$922$863$863$756$796$923
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):33241.04%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):33341.16%
Renter Occupied:14417.80%
Total Occupied Housing Units:809100%

Occupied Housing Units:80994.84%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):445.16%
Total Housing Units:853100%
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:73486.05%
Multi-Family Units:20.23%
Other Units:11713.72%
Total Housing Units:853100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 25.50% of adults (25+) have a bachelor's degree or higher, which is far lower than the national rate (35.00%). High school or higher is 92.00%, which is comparable to the national rate (89.40%). The uninsured rate is 4.80%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). The share of people in poverty is 5.10%, which is comparable to the national rate (8.70%), down 7.10 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 10.00 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 elementary (56.68%). College enrollment is 8.21%, which is far lower than the national rate (26.70%), indicating the community may be more oriented toward vocational/trade or direct-to-workforce opportunities.

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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:382.80%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:705.17%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):50136.97%
Some college, no degree:28521.03%
Associate's degree:1168.56%
Bachelor's degree:25118.52%
Graduate or professional degree:946.94%
Total:1,355100%
High school or higher:1,24792.03%
Bachelor's degree or higher:34525.46%
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:1,70070.25%
Public Insurance:61925.58%
No Insurance:1014.17%
Total:2,420100%
Has Health Insurance:2,31995.83%
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 Poverty12.2%8.7%9.9%9.1%14.9%12.0%12.6%13.8%15.1%8.6%7.6%7.1%5.1%
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:6111.64%
Kindergarten:183.44%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):29756.68%
High school (grades 9-12):10520.04%
College or graduate school:438.21%
Total:524100%
Early Childhood:7915.08%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):42080.15%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 47272 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 27 business establishments, employing about 270 people with an annual payroll of $10,642,000. USPS data shows 579 residential mailboxes and 8 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:579Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:8Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:834Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:547Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:0Source: USPS
# of Businesses:27Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$1,862,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$10,642,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:270Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 47272 is located in Decatur County, Indiana, within the Greensburg, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 24700) and Indiana's 6th and 9th Congressional Districts. This Micro area has a population of 26,411 people, about 7.01% of whom live in ZIP Code 47272. It covers 30.778 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.056 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Greensburg, INSource: Census
CBSA Number:24700Source: Census
CBSA Type:MicroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:26,411Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:30.778 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.056 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:06,09Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6206.83, 4486.77 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1867212Source: Census
Place Name:St. Paul town; IndianaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


47273 | | 47270

Schools in ZIP Code 47272


We could not locate which school district 47272 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are no public schools nor private schools with a mailing address in this ZIP Code. Listing Nearby schools instead. It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

North Decatur Elementary School 3300 N Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
District: Decatur County Community SchoolsNearby
North Decatur Jr-Sr High School 3172 N Sr 3
Greensburg, IN 47240
District: Decatur County Community SchoolsNearby
Greensburg Community Jr High 505 E Central Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
District: Greensburg Community SchoolsNearby
Greensburg Community High School 1000 E Central Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
District: Greensburg Community SchoolsNearby
Greensburg Elementary 900 N Big Blue Ave
Greensburg, IN 47240
District: Greensburg Community SchoolsNearby
Flat Rock Amish School 5117 W State Road 244
Milroy, IN 46156
District: Private SchoolNearby
Good Shepherd Christian Academy 209 W Washington St
Greensburg, IN 47240
District: Private SchoolNearby
St Mary Elementary School 1331 Hunter Robbins Way
Greensburg, IN 47240
District: Private SchoolNearby

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 47272


Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Columbus Amce Building, 4444 Kelly Street
Columbus, IN 47203
Type: Post Secondary
Ivy Tech Community College-Columbus 4475 Central Ave
Columbus, IN 47203-1868
Type: Post Secondary
Franklin College 101 Branigin Blvd
Franklin, IN 46131-2623
Type: Post Secondary
Pj's College Of Cosmetology- Greenfield 1400 W Main St
Greenfield, IN 46140-3120
Type: Post Secondary
Empire Beauty School-Indianapolis 3810 E Southport Rd.
Indianapolis, IN 46237-3249
Type: Post Secondary
Paul Mitchell The School-Indianapolis 8751 US 31 Highway South
Indianapolis, IN 46227-6252
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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