ZIP Code 47944 in Fowler, IN

Data Last Updated: February 1, 2026
City:Fowler, Indiana
Counties:Benton County[Primary]
Warren County
Timezone:Eastern (GMT -05:00)
Local Time:10:10:37 PM
Population:3,561 [See All]
Area Code:765
Classification:Standard [Normal Street Delivery]
Coordinates:40.5992, -87.3113
Land Area:188.907 sq mi
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Population & Demographics


ZIP Code 47944 has 3,561 residents and 1,426 households (average 2.45 persons per household). The median age is 42.0 years, older than the state (38.2) and older than the nation (38.8). The gender split is 50.4% male and 49.6% female, which is slightly higher than the national male share (49.1%). Largest groups are White (93.8%, much higher than the state average of 77.2% and well above the national average of 61.6%) and Hispanic or Latino (3.4%); Hispanic or Latino residents make up 3.4%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey (ACS) 5-Year Estimates.
2020 Population:3,561Source: Census DHC
2024 ACS Population Estimate:3,376Source: Census ACS
2026 ZC Population Estimate:3,679Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Population Density:18.9 people per sq mile
Average Income:$55,242Source: Census ACS
Households:1,426Source: Census DHC
Average House Value:$131,400Source: Census ACS
Persons Per Household:2.45Source: Census DHC
Average Family Size:2.94Source: Census ACS

Population Over Time (with 2010 & 2020 Census Benchmarks)


Group201020112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Census ACS Population Estimate--3,3893,4313,4933,5383,4743,5773,5643,4123,4023,5363,3993,4393,4923,376
Decennial Census3,623------------------3,561--------
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP05. DEMOGRAPHIC AND HOUSING ESTIMATES

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


Median Age: 42

Male Median Age: 40.3

Female Median Age: 43.6

Group< 55-910-1415-1920-2425-2930-3435-3940-4445-4950-5455-5960-6465-6970-7475-7980-8485+
Male10312113913786106901089211811513113010574613840
Female1101201281027910088919810410512213411767915061
Total21324126723916520617819919022222025326422214115288101
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Population by Race


White:3,33993.77%
Black:210.59%
Hispanic:*1213.40%
Asian:70.20%
American Indian:80.22%
Hawaiian:50.14%
Other:601.68%
Total:3,561100%
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:1,79450.38%40.3 years
Females:1,76749.62%43.6 years
Total:3,561100%42.0 years
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (2020) Demographics & Housing Characteristics (DHC)

Nativity & Citizenship


Native, born in the United States:3,32698.52%
Native, born in PR, Island Areas, or abroad:351.04%
Foreign born, naturalized U.S. citizen:00.00%
Foreign born, not a U.S. citizen:150.44%
Total Population:3,376100%
Total Native Population:3,36199.56%
Total Foreign-born Population:150.44%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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 2024, the Median household income is $55,242, which is much lower than the national median ($78,538), is up $8,253 (17.6%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $10,486. Family households earn a median of $66,117 versus $43,333 for nonfamily households (a difference of $22,784). By gender, male median income is $63,849 and female is $48,125, which is well under the national female median ($53,445), with a current gap of $15,724 that has stayed about the same from 2011 to 2024. The labor-force participation rate is 58.5%, which is lower than the state rate (64.0%). The unemployment rate is 6.5%, which is far worse than the state rate (4.3%). The largest occupation group is Management (33.0%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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 Type20112012201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Household Income$46,989$46,765$51,031$47,120$46,938$47,295$47,685$43,320$44,756$48,578$50,708$52,623$53,563$55,242
Median Family Income$59,032$57,426$58,894$57,091$57,870$58,571$59,293$51,906$53,668$55,530$58,925$63,175$67,083$66,117
Median NonFamily Income$28,495$35,536$29,500$28,711$28,008$28,365$29,583$29,405$30,361$31,473$32,237$40,343$38,857$43,333
Median Male Income$42,367$43,000$41,888$42,043$42,226$40,291$43,676$46,941$46,619$50,708$53,675$57,893$60,352$63,849
Median Female Income$26,620$26,757$28,824$30,465$31,520$32,201$31,509$32,143$34,479$34,708$34,819$41,329$44,925$48,125
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Average Household Income


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Employment Status


Employed:1,43454.69%
Unemployed:1003.81%
Not In Labor Force:1,08841.50%
Total:2,622100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 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:47332.98%
Service:34924.34%
Sales and Office:25017.43%
Natural resources, construction, and maintenance:1077.46%
Production, transportation, and material moving:25517.78%
Total Civilian Employed Population:1,434100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Housing & Affordability


In 2024, the median home value is $131,400, which is far less than the national median ($303,400), is up $44,700 (51.56%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $37,400. The median gross rent is $736, which is well under the national median ($1,348), is up $195 (36.04%) since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by $52. Of occupied housing, owners make up 78.86% (53.61% with a mortgage, 46.39% free-and-clear) and renters 21.14% - making this ZIP Code more home ownership than the state and under national rental averages. The vacancy rate is 7.95%, which is considerably lower than the national rate (10.43%).

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Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Table DP03, SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS.

Median Home Value (Comparison)


Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Home Value Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Home Value$86,700$86,400$84,800$84,100$86,200$86,700$89,100$90,300$94,000$97,900$102,600$122,200$129,900$131,400
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Gross Rent Paid


Less than $500:6722.26%
$500 to $999:15952.82%
$1,000 to $1,499:278.97%
$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:4815.95%
Total:301100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Median Gross Rent Over Time


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
Median Rent$541$653$726$645$643$660$649$647$684$704$776$795$883$736
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Housing Occupancy


Owner Occupied (with mortgage):60242.28%
Owner Occupied (free and clear, no mortgage):52136.59%
Renter Occupied:30121.14%
Total Occupied Housing Units:1,424100%

Occupied Housing Units:1,42492.05%
Vacant Housing Units (not graphed):1237.95%
Total Housing Units:1,547100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

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


Single-Family Units:1,31685.07%
Multi-Family Units:20913.51%
Other Units:221.42%
Total Housing Units:1,547100%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP04. SELECTED HOUSING CHARACTERISTICS

Education, Health & Community


In 2024, 18.70% 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 87.00%, which is on par with the state rate (90.20%). The uninsured rate is 5.30%, which is falls below the national rate (8.60%). Public coverage is 48.80%, which is notably higher than the state rate (35.40%). The share of people in poverty is 13.20%, which is on par with the state rate (8.40%), up 0.20 percentage points since 2011 and above its 2019 pre-pandemic level by 1.70 percentage points. Poverty has been broadly stable, which may reflect structural barriers or offsetting gains and setbacks. Among residents ages 3+, the largest enrollment group is elementary (35.32%). College enrollment is 18.93%, 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 2011-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Using data from Tables DP02 and DP03.

Educational Attainment of Adults (25 and Older)


Less than 9th grade:763.21%
9th to 12th grade, no diploma:2319.77%
High school graduate (includes equivalency):1,03743.85%
Some college, no degree:42317.89%
Associate's degree:1556.55%
Bachelor's degree:36015.22%
Graduate or professional degree:833.51%
Total:2,365100%
High school or higher:2,05887.02%
Bachelor's degree or higher:44318.73%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

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


Private Insurance:1,89251.34%
Public Insurance:1,61743.88%
No Insurance:1764.78%
Total:3,685100%
Has Health Insurance:3,50995.22%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP03. SELECTED ECONOMIC CHARACTERISTICS

Percentage of People in Poverty Over Time (2011-2024)


Group20112102201320142015201620172018201920202021202220232024
% of People in Poverty9.4%8.9%7.8%8.0%7.4%7.5%10.6%9.7%7.9%10.9%11.7%8.9%9.6%13.2%
Source: U.S. Census 2011-2024 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:12715.41%
Kindergarten:759.10%
Elementary school (grades 1-8):29135.32%
High school (grades 9-12):17521.24%
College or graduate school:15618.93%
Total:824100%
Early Childhood:20224.51%
K-12 (Primary & Secondary School):54165.66%
Source: U.S. Census 2020-2024 American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates. Table DP02. SELECTED SOCIAL CHARACTERISTICS

Business & Employment Statistics


ZIP Code 47944 supports both business and residential activity. According to the Business Census (2024), there are 83 business establishments, employing about 630 people with an annual payroll of $26,792,000. USPS data shows 1,502 residential mailboxes and 107 business mailboxes, reflecting local delivery coverage.

# Residential Mailboxes:1,502Source: USPS
# Business Mailboxes:107Source: USPS
Total Delivery Receptacles:1,693Source: USPS
Single Family Delivery Units:1,468Source: USPS
Multi Family Delivery Units:10Source: USPS
# of Businesses:83Source: CBP
1st Quarter Payroll:$6,105,000Source: CBP
Annual Payroll:$26,792,000Source: CBP
# of Employees:630Source: CBP

Geography, Land Area, & Statistical Classifications


ZIP Code 47944 is located in Benton County, Indiana, within the Lafayette-West Lafayette, IN Metropolitan Statistical Area (CBSA 29200) and Indiana's 4th Congressional District. This Metro area has a population of 0 people, about 0.00% of whom live in ZIP Code 47944. It covers 188.907 sq mi of land and a water area of 0.058 sq mi.

CBSA Name:Lafayette-West Lafayette, INSource: Census
CBSA Number:29200Source: Census
CBSA Type:MetroSource: Census
CBSA Division:--Source: Census
CBSA Population:0Source: Census
MSA:Source: Census
Land Area:188.907 sq miSource: Census
Water Area:0.058 sq miSource: Census
Congressional District:04Source: USPS
Congressional Land Area:6352.55 sq miSource: Census
PMSA:Source: Census
Intro Date:< 2004-10Source: ZIP-Codes.com
Place FIPS Code:1825180Source: Census
Place Name:Fowler town; IndianaSource: Census

Adjacent & Nearby ZIP Codes


47946 | | 47943

Schools in ZIP Code 47944


We could not locate which school district 47944 belongs to, but we will update this once new district data is released. There are 0 public schools with a nearby mailing address, but we have located 5 public schools nearby. There are however 1 private school(s). It also has 6 colleges, universities or post secondary education institutions nearby which would be a short commute to.

Prairie Crossing Elementary School 2758 S 400 E
Oxford, IN 47971
District: Benton Community School CorporationNearby
Benton Central Jr-Sr High School 4241 E 300 S
Oxford, IN 47971
District: Benton Community School CorporationNearby
Pine Village Elementary School 3756 E Sr 26
Pine Village, IN 47975
District: Warren County Metropolitan School DistrictNearby
Otterbein Elementary School 111 W Oxford St
Otterbein, IN 47970
District: Benton Community School CorporationNearby
Tri-County Primary School 300 E Michigan St
Remington, IN 47977
District: Tri-County School CorporationNearby
Sacred Heart Elementary School 607 N Washington Ave
Fowler, IN 47944
District: Private School

Colleges & Post Secondary Schools near ZIP Code 47944


Purdue University Global 2550 Northwestern Avenue, Suite 1100
West Lafayette, IN 47906
Type: Post Secondary
Purdue University-Main Campus Hovde Hall Of Administration
West Lafayette, IN 47907-2040
Type: Post Secondary
Tricoci University Of Beauty Culture-Lafayette 833 Ferry Street
Lafayette, IN 47901
Type: Post Secondary
Saint Elizabeth School Of Nursing 1501 Hartford Street
Lafayette, IN 47904-9988
Type: Post Secondary
Ross Medical Education Center-Lafayette 2621 Maple Point Drive
Lafayette, IN 47905-5159
Type: Post Secondary
Ivy Tech Community College-Lafayette 3101 South Creasy Lane
Lafayette, IN 47905-1373
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 February 1, 2026.

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    • U.S. Census 2020 Demographic & Housing Characteristics (DHC) [Decennial] [Updated: 5/25/2023]
    • U.S. Census 2011-2024 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]
  4. U.S. Geological Survey [Updated: Varies], https://www.usgs.gov
  5. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services [Updated: Annually, As Released], https://www.cms.gov
  6. National Center for Education Statistics [Updated: 2/1/2026], https://nces.ed.gov