ZIP code 47342

The page on USZIP.com for the ZIP code 47342 provides a comprehensive overview of this area in Gaston, 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 47342 ZIP code area.

47342 is the zip code for

Gaston, IN

Total population
2,693
Housing units
1,191
Land area
(sq. miles)
50.01
Density
(people per sq. mile)
53.85
Water area
(sq. miles)
0.11

Demographic data for zip code 47342

Gender:

Male
1,352
Female
1,341
Median age
Male
41.10
Female
42.50
Gender

Households:

Total households
1,071
Family households
787
Nonfamily households
284
Average household size
2.51
Average family size
2.88
Households

Housing units:

Total housing units
1,191
Occupied housing units
1,071
Owner-occupied
907
Renter-occupied
164
Vacant housing units
120
Housing units

Age:

Under 5 years
120
5 to 9 years
197
10 to 14 years
192
15 to 19 years
188
20 to 24 years
134
25 to 34 years
265
35 to 44 years
371
45 to 54 years
428
55 to 59 years
228
60 to 64 years
176
65 to 74 years
231
75 to 84 years
121
85 years and over
42
Median age
41.80
Age

Race:

White
2,610
Hispanic or Latino
47
Black or African American
2
Asian
6
American Indian & Alaska Native
0
Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander
1
Other (One Race)
1
Two or More Races
26
Race
* Based on 2010, 2000 U.S. Census data

Economic data for zip code 47342

Employment status:

Population
(16 years and over)
2,113
Civilian labor force
1,279
Employed
1,246
Unemployed
33
Armed Forces
0
Not in labor force
834
Percent Unemployed
2.6%
Employment status

Commuting to work:

Workers
(16 years and over)
1,196
Car, truck, or van
Drove alone
980
Carpooled
89
Public transportation
(excluding taxicab)
14
Walked
43
Other means
0
Worked at home
70
Mean travel time
25.3 min.
Commuting to work

Occupation:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,246
Management / business / science / arts
413
Service
281
Sales / office
138
Natural resources / construction / maintenance
105
Production / transportation / material moving
309
Occupation

Industry:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,246
Agriculture / forestry / fishing / hunting / mining
24
Construction
88
Manufacturing
201
Wholesale trade
28
Retail trade
110
Transportation / warehousing / utilities
94
Information
8
Finance / insurance / real estate / rental / leasing
21
Professional / scientific / management / administrative / waste management services
63
Educational services / health care / social assistance
422
Arts / entertainment / recreation / accommodation / food services
119
Public administration
23
Other services
45
Industry

Class of worker:

Civilian employed population
(16 years and over)
1,246
Private wage & salary workers
990
Government workers
158
Self-employed
(in own not incorporated business)
98
Unpaid family workers
0
Class of worker

Income:

Total households
972
Less than $10,000
26
$10,000 to $14,999
25
$15,000 to $24,999
109
$25,000 to $34,999
162
$35,000 to $49,999
131
$50,000 to $74,999
261
$75,000 to $99,999
108
$100,000 to $149,999
92
$150,000 to $199,999
15
$200,000 or more
43
Median household income
$51,755
Mean household income
$66,422
Percentage of people whose income in the past 12 months is below the poverty level
5.8%
Income
* Based on 2007-2011 American Community Survey 5-year estimates

Public schools in 47342

Name & AddressPhone# of studentsFree lunchPupils per teacher
Wes-del Elementary School
500 Jackson St
(765) 358-30793481020.0
Wes-del Middle/senior High Sch
10000 N Cr 600 W
(765) 358-4091485970.0

Public libraries around Gaston, IN

NameAddress
Hartford City Public Library
314 North High Street
Hartford City, IN 47348
Farmland Public Library
116 South Main Street
Farmland, IN 47340
Hagerstown-jefferson Township Public Library
10 West College Street
Hagerstown, IN 47346

Hospitals and Medical Centers around 47342

NameAddressPhone# of beds
Ball Memorial Hospital
2401 University Avenue
Muncie, IN 47303
(765) 747-3111415
Blackford County Hospital503 East Van Cleve Street
Hartford City, IN 47348
(765) 348-030025
Fayette Memorial Hospital1941 Virginia Avenue
Connersville, IN 47331
(765) 825-5131111
Henry County Memorial Hospital
1000 North 16th Street
New Castle, IN 47362
(765) 521-0890107
Jay County Hospital
500 West Votaw Street
Portland, IN 47371
(260) 726-713125
Reid Hosp & Hlth Care Services
1401 Chester Boulevard
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 983-3000223
Richmond State Hospital498 Nw 18th Street
Richmond, IN 47374
(765) 966-0511324
St Vincent Randolph Hospital325 South Oak Street
Winchester, IN 47394
(765) 584-900125

Restaurants, dining rooms and coffee shops in 47342

Restaurant nameAddressCuisinePhone
Mill Street Inn200 S Main St
Gaston, IN 47342
Pizza765-358-4707

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