46403 ZIP Code – Gary, Indiana
ZIP code 46403 is a mid-sized ZIP code located in Gary, Indiana, within Lake County with a population of approximately 10,875 residents. At $44,315, the median household income here runs below the Indiana average and below the U.S. average. At $150,500, median home values run well below the national average, with 48.8% owner-occupied housing (decreasing). , with median rent coming in at $932 — near the national figure. Housing consists of 68% single-family (decreasing), 27% apartments (increasing).
The unemployment rate is 13.1%, well above the national average. An estimated 26.3% of the population falls below the poverty line, well above the national figure. An estimated 24.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. At 41.7, the median age is near the national figure. The surrounding area includes ZIP codes 46405, 46402, 46368.
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ZIP 46403 vs. Indiana vs. U.S.
| Metric | ZIP 46403 | IN Avg. | U.S. Avg. |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 10k | 8,642 | 10k |
| Median Household Income | $44k | $69k | $73k |
| Median Home Value | $150k | $165k | $258k |
| Median Rent | $932 | $898 | $1,088 |
| Median Age | 41.7 | 41.0 | 43.2 |
| Unemployment Rate | 13.1% | 4.2% | 5.0% |
| Poverty Rate | 26.3% | 11.3% | 13.3% |
| Bachelor's Degree or Higher | 24.7% | 21.0% | 26.9% |
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Nearby ZIP Codes
- 46405 – Lake Station
- 46402 – Gary
- 46368 – Portage
- 46407 – Gary
- 46409 – Gary
- 46342 – Hobart
- 46404 – Gary
- 46408 – Gary
- 46406 – Gary
- 46393 – Wheeler
Nearby ZIP Code Comparison
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Median Income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46405 | LAKE STATION | 11,547 | $54,521 |
| 46402 | GARY | 5,873 | $26,101 |
| 46368 | PORTAGE | 39,947 | $71,188 |
| 46407 | GARY | 9,125 | $26,502 |
| 46409 | GARY | 7,050 | $39,554 |