ZIP code 46406

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 46406 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Gary, IN. It features a detailed map pinpointing the location and outlines key demographic information such as population size, median age, and household income. The page also includes insights into the local economy, highlighting business environments and employment statistics. Additionally, it offers data on housing, including average home prices and rent costs. Users can find information on nearby schools, public services, and amenities, making it a useful resource for those looking to move to or learn more about the 46406 ZIP code area.

46406 is the zip code for

Gary, IN

Total population
9,900▼
Housing units
4,523▼
Land area
(sq. miles)
13.03
Density
(people per sq. mile)
759.79▼
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.08

Demographic data for zip code 46406

Gender:

Male
4,643▼
Female
5,257▼
Median age
Male
34.80
Female
38.10
Gender

Households:

Total households
3,771▼
Family households
2,493▼
Nonfamily households
1,278▲
Average household size
2.63▼
Average family size
3.24▼
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
4,523▼
Occupied housing units
3,771▼
Owner-occupied
2,171▼
Renter-occupied
1,600▼
Vacant housing units
752▲
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
737▼
5 to 9 years
763▼
10 to 14 years
807▼
15 to 19 years
757▼
20 to 24 years
523▼
25 to 34 years
1,162▼
35 to 44 years
1,181▼
45 to 54 years
1,391▼
55 to 59 years
615▼
60 to 64 years
517▼
65 to 74 years
838▼
75 to 84 years
490▲
85 years and over
119▲
Median age
36.70▲
Age

Race:

White
2,338
Hispanic or Latino
1,223
Black or African American
6,141
Asian
19
American Indian & Alaska Native
13
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
1
Other (One Race)
6
Two or More Races
159
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 46406

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
7,756
Civilian labor force
4,223
Employed
3,512
Unemployed
711
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
3,533
Percent Unemployed
16.8%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
3,411
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
2,748
Carpooled
367
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
115
Walked
134
Other means
30
Worked at home
17
Mean travel time
24.5 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
3,512
Management / business / science / arts
669
Service
914
Sales / office
758
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
352
Production / transportation / material moving
819
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
3,512
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
23
Construction
127
Manufacturing
616
Wholesale trade
26
Retail trade
550
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
236
Information
15
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
109
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
249
Educational services / health care / social assistance
797
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
423
Public administration
191
Other services
150
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
3,512
Private wage & salary workers
3,002
Government workers
427
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
83
Unpaid family workers
0
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
3,700
Less than $10,000
560
$10,000 to $14,999
266
$15,000 to $24,999
593
$25,000 to $34,999
671
$35,000 to $49,999
585
$50,000 to $74,999
675
$75,000 to $99,999
231
$100,000 to $149,999
62
$150,000 to $199,999
31
$200,000 or more
26
Median household income
$31,216
Mean household income
$37,477
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
30.2%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 46406

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Brunswick Elementary School
5701 W 7th Ave		(219) 977-21624553450.0
Grissom Elementary School
7201 W 25th Ave		(219) 844-22553532850.0
Ivanhoe Elementary School
5700 W 15th Ave		(219) 977-21364493300.0
West Gary Lighthouse
725 Clark Rd		(219) 884-22403402480.0
West Side High School
9th/gerry Sts		(219) 977-21001,3206170.0
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Public libraries around Gary, IN

NameAddress
Gary Public Library
220 West 5th Avenue
Gary, IN 46402
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Universities and Colleges around 46406

NameAddressPhone
Ivy Tech State College - Gary
1440 East 35th Avenue
Gary, IN 46409		(219) 981-1111
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Hospitals and Medical Centers around 46406

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Methodist Hospitals
600 Grant Street
Gary, IN 46402		(219) 886-4000656
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Hotels, Motels and other accommodations around 46406

Hotel nameAddress# of RoomsLow rateHigh rate
Majestic Star Casino and Hotel1 Buffington Harbor Dr
Gary, IN 46406		30059500
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Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 46406

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
KFC3740 W 5th Ave
Gary, IN 46406		Fast Food219-949-7122
Ricos Pizza5404 W 25th Ave
Gary, IN 46406		Pizza219-845-6300
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Crime Rates in Gary, IN

Crime rates in Gary, IN:

Total
5,336
Violent Crime
669
Murder & Manslaughter
71
Forcible Rape
57
Robbery
324
Aggravated Assault
217
Property Crime
4,667
Burglary
1,746
Larceny & Theft
2,062
Motor Vehicle Theft
859
Arson
0
Gary, IN

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