ZIP Code 47302 in Muncie, IN

Data Last Updated: October 1, 2025
City:Muncie, Indiana
Names to Avoid:
Breezewood Park, Breezewood Pk, Cowan, Hyde Park, Medford, New Burlingtn, New Burlington, Progress
Counties:Delaware County[Primary]
Henry County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:12:49:31 AM
Population:25,704 [See All]
Area Code:765
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:40.1279, -85.3684
Land Area:65.198 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 47302 has 25,704 residents and 11,072 households (average 2.31 persons per household). The median age is 41.8 years, older than the state (38.2) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 49.1% male and 50.9% female, which is about the same as the state male share (49.3%), making this a female-majority area. Largest groups are White (82.2%, much higher than the national average of 61.6%) and Black or African American (10.0%, slightly lower than the national average of 12.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 2.4%, 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:25,704Source: Census DHC
2023 ACS Population Estimate:25,365Source: Census ACS
2025 ZC Population Estimate:26,969Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:394.2 people per sq mile
Average Income:$47,185Source: Census ACS
Households:11,072Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$70,800Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.31Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:3.45Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group20102011210220132014201520162017201820192020202120222023
Census ACS Population Estimate--28,42127,93827,19526,69627,19626,77926,73626,81626,01825,30725,09325,08625,365
Decennial Census27,592------------------25,704------
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: 41.8

Male Median Age: 40.3

Female Median Age: 43.2

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male771881861787703790789679701823943947891710567415220130
Female721774788713700822790731738831951985957835712469295284
Total1,4921,6551,6491,5001,4031,6121,5791,4101,4391,6541,8941,9321,8481,5451,279884515414
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:21,12885.43%
Black:2,56610.38%
Hispanic:*6292.54%
Asian:540.22%
American Indian:860.35%
Hawaiian:60.02%
Other:2611.06%
Total:24,730100%
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:12,60849.05%40.3 years
Females:13,09650.95%43.2 years
Total:25,704100%41.8 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:25,12599.05%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:1020.40%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:880.35%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:500.54%
Total Population:25,365100%
Total Native Population:25,22799.46%
Total Foreign-born Population:1380.54%
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 $47,185, which is well under the national median ($78,538), is up $15,567 (49.2%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $9,724. Family households earn a median of $57,725 versus $30,960 for nonfamily households (a difference of $26,765). By gender, male median income is $49,418 and female is $37,591, which is far less than the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $11,827 that has widened from 2011 to 2023. The labor-force participation rate is 61.3%, which is modestly under the state rate (64.0%). The unemployment rate is 6.8%, which is far worse than the state rate (4.3%). The largest occupation group is Production (22.6%).

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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$31,618$32,436$30,951$31,706$31,393$31,588$32,250$35,593$37,461$37,916$40,693$44,362$47,185
Median Family Income$37,414$39,596$39,620$38,419$38,009$39,813$41,280$44,360$48,569$47,772$49,851$51,818$57,725
Median NonFamily Income$21,847$22,087$20,188$20,833$20,311$21,347$22,833$22,988$22,552$23,902$24,265$26,914$30,960
Median Male Income$38,063$38,133$36,026$38,819$36,802$38,879$40,202$41,234$43,812$42,909$46,337$46,318$49,418
Median Female Income$29,442$30,548$29,891$29,298$28,384$27,482$28,546$30,648$31,895$32,035$33,415$35,870$37,591
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:11,69857.15%
Unemployed:8484.14%
Not In Labor Force:7,92338.71%
Total:20,469100%
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:2,63122.49%
Service:2,28019.49%
Sales and Office:2,54021.71%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1,60113.69%
Production, transportation, and material moving:2,64622.62%
Total Civilian Employed Population:11,698100%
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 $70,800, which is well under the national median ($303,400), is up $6,800 (10.62%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $12,100. The median gross rent is $865, which is far less than the national median ($1,348), is up $234 (37.08%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $163. Of occupied housing, owners make up 64.99% (48.23% with a mortgage, 51.77% free-and-clear) and renters 35.01% - making this ZIP Code less home ownership than the state and higher than national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 12.67%, which is far 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$64,000$63,600$62,300$59,900$58,100$57,200$58,500$57,900$58,700$56,700$60,400$67,000$70,800
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:2486.42%
$500 to $999:2,23958.01%
$1,000 to $1,499:95324.69%
$1,500 to $1,999:1463.78%
$2,000 to $2,499:100.26%
$2,500 to $2,999:00.00%
$3,000 or more:00.00%
No Rent:2646.84%
Total:3,860100%
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$631$637$625$629$642$641$665$696$702$709$769$835$865
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):3,45631.35%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):3,70933.64%
Renter Occupied:3,86035.01%
Total Occupied Housing Units:11,025100%

Occupied Housing Units:11,02587.33%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1,60012.67%
Total Housing Units:12,625100%
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:10,71384.86%
Multi-Family Units:1,0198.07%
Other Units:8937.07%
Total Housing Units:12,625100%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2023, 11.50% 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 86.30%, which is generally lower than the state rate (90.20%). The uninsured rate is 10.40%, which is notably higher than the state rate (7.60%). Private coverage is 50.40%, which is generally lower than the state rate (69.00%). Public coverage is 52.70%, which is notably higher than the state rate (35.40%). The share of people in poverty is 19.00%, which is markedly above the state rate (8.40%), down 1.60 percentage points since 2011 and below its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 2.40 percentage points. This suggests a positive shift in the local economic and social landscape - higher incomes, steadier consumer demand, and a strengthening tax base. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (51.27%). College enrollment is 17.12%, 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:7234.10%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:1,6989.62%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):8,03845.55%
Some college, no degree:3,69720.95%
Associate's degree:1,4538.23%
Bachelor's degree:1,4228.06%
Graduate or professional degree:6143.48%
Total:17,645100%
High school or higher:15,22486.28%
Bachelor's degree or higher:2,03611.54%
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:12,74144.42%
Public Insurance:13,32146.44%
No Insurance:2,6249.15%
Total:28,686100%
Has Health Insurance:26,06290.85%
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 Poverty20.6%19.9%20.0%20.1%21.0%20.5%20.4%20.6%21.4%20.4%19.1%20.3%19.0%
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:2464.92%
Kindergarten:1613.22%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):2,56351.27%
High school (grades 9-12):1,17323.46%
College or graduate school:85617.12%
Total:4,999100%
Early Childhood:4078.14%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):3,89777.96%
Source: U.S. Census 2019-2023 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 47302 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2023), there are 385 business establishments, employing about 6,361 people with an annual payroll of $330,556,000. USPS data shows 11,675 residential mailboxes and 574 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:11,675Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:574Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:12,317Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:11,046Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:95Source: USPS
# of Businesses:385Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$81,062,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$330,556,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:6,361Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 47302 is located in Delaware County, Indiana, within the Muncie, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 34620) and Indiana's 5th and 6th Congressional Districts. This Metro area has a population of 112,109 people, about 22.93% of whom live in ZIP Code 47302. It covers 65.198 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.242 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Muncie, INSource: Census
CBSA Number:34620Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:112,109Source: Census
MSA:Muncie, IN MSASource: Census
Land Area:65.198 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.242 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:05,06Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:1924.76, 6206.83 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:--Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1851876Source: Census
Place Name:Muncie city; IndianaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


47303 | | 47283

Schools in ZIP Code 47302


ZIP Code 47302 is part of 2 school districts, including: Cowan Community School Corporation (Grades KG thru 12) and Muncie Community Schools (Grades Pre-Kindergarten thru 12th). There are 6 public schools and 1 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.

Inspire Academy - A Sch Of Inquiry 2801 E 16th St
Muncie, IN 47302
Cowan Elementary School 1000 W Cr 600 S
Muncie, IN 47302
District: Cowan Community School Corporation
Cowan High School 9401 S Nottingham
Muncie, IN 47302
District: Cowan Community School Corporation
Grissom Elementary School 3201 S Macedonia Ave
Muncie, IN 47302
District: Muncie Community Schools
Southside Middle School 1601 East 26th St
Muncie, IN 47302
District: Muncie Community Schools
South View Elementary School 2100 S Franklin
Muncie, IN 47302
District: Muncie Community Schools
St Lawrence Catholic School 2801 E 16th St
Muncie, IN 47302
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 47302


Ivy Tech Community College-East Central 4301 S Cowan Rd
Muncie, IN 47302-9448
Type: Post Secondary
Pj's College Of Cosmetology- Muncie 3100 W. Kilgore Avenue
Muncie, IN 47304-3120
Type: Post Secondary
Ball State University 2000 University Ave
Muncie, IN 47306
Type: Post Secondary
Ross Medical Education Center-Muncie 411 W. Riggin Road
Muncie, IN 47303
Type: Post Secondary
Purdue University - Purdue Polytechnic Anderson 1920 Purdue Parkway
Anderson, IN 46016
Type: Post Secondary
Anderson University 1100 E 5th St
Anderson, IN 46012-3495
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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