Huntertown, IN · standard
ZIP Code 46748
Allen County, Indiana - Census ACS demographics, housing tenure, and business patterns, benchmarked against every US ZIP.
- 5,134
- 108/sq mi High-density area
- $109,375
- Median income Above-median income area
- $319,700
- Median home value Above-median home value
- 50.5%
- Bachelor's or higher Above-average bachelor's attainment
National ZIP placement
Huntertown pairs an upper-quartile household income with above-median home values, in a rural, homeowner-dominated area.
- Top 14%
- household income, US ZIPs
- Top 31%
- home value, US ZIPs
- 108
- people per sq mi
- 90%
- owner-occupied homes
Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2019–2023). Percentiles rank ZIP 46748 against every reporting US ZIP.
FHFA HPI release change
What changed in the latest House Price Index year
- FHFA House Price Index values in ZIP 46748 (Huntertown, IN) rose +1.6% from 2023 to 2024. The all-transactions index moved from 210.2 in 2023 to 213.7 in 2024 (2000 = 100).
ZIP code 46748 is a mid-sized community (a standard USPS delivery area) in Huntertown, Allen County, Indiana, home to 5,134 residents across 47.5 square miles, a density of 108 people per square mile, in the Indiana/Indianapolis time zone.
ZIP 46748 lands in the middle-income range, with a median household income of $109,375 (49% above the average Indiana ZIP), while per-capita income is $44,816. Both reported hardship measures are comparatively low in absolute terms: poverty is 5.0% and unemployment is 1.2%. Housing is both higher-cost and owner-heavy: median home value is $319,700 (65% above the average Indiana ZIP), while 90.1% of occupied homes are owner-occupied and median rent is $1,079.
This is a highly-educated ZIP: 50.5% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, the median age is 34.2, and the average commute is 21 minutes. The page also surfaces 10 ZIP codes within roughly 10 miles and 6 more in Allen County, so 46748 can be compared with both its immediate and county-level context.
Every figure on this page is sourced from the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates (including median rent) and the FHFA House Price Index, no estimates, no proprietary scoring. Verify with Census →
Top industries in ZIP 46748
Top 5 sectors by establishment count in Huntertown, IN
Which industries have the most business establishments in ZIP 46748.
- Construction
Construction
17 establishments
- Real estate and rental and leasing
Real estate and rental and leasing
14 establishments
- Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services
Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services
13 establishments
- Manufacturing
Manufacturing
12 establishments
- Retail trade
Retail trade
12 establishments
What this shows Establishment counts come from the Census ZIP Code Business Patterns program, which counts physical business locations rather than employees or revenue.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, American Community Survey 5-Year Estimates + ZIP Code Business Patterns + FHFA HPI ACS demographics and median rent, ZBP business establishments, FHFA HPI for ZIP 46748, Huntertown, IN · 2023 Census ACS 5-Year Estimates use a rolling 60-month sample for stable small-geography estimates; ZBP updated annually; FHFA HPI updated quarterly/annually.
Quick Facts
5,134
Population
47.5
Area (sq mi)
108
People / sq mi
Indiana/Indianapolis
Time Zone
standard
ZIP Type
Who lives in ZIP 46748?
34.2
Median Age
54.7%
Male
45.3%
Female
7.2%
Foreign-Born
Hispanic or Latino is an ethnicity category from the Census Bureau and may overlap with other categories above.
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How much do residents earn?
$109,375
Median Household Income
+49% vs state ZIP avg
$44,816
Per Capita Income
5.0%
Poverty Rate
1.2%
Unemployment Rate
21.1 min
Mean Commute Time
How ZIP 46748 ranks among Indiana ZIPs
Huntertown, IN household income vs. every Indiana ZIP code
Median household income among 721 reporting Indiana ZIPs (this ZIP's population is too small for a reliable national-corpus placement)
$109,375 Top 6% higher than 94% of 721 Indiana ZIPs
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Source U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates · 2019–2023
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What is the education profile here?
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
What does housing look like?
Housing stock: occupied vs vacant
2,430housing units
2,430
Total Housing Units
2,291
Occupied Units
139
Vacant Units
3.01
Avg Household Size
Occupancy Type
$319,700
Median Home Value
+65% vs state ZIP avg
$1,079
Median Rent
2006
Median Year Built
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023)
How have home values changed over time?
FHFA House Price Index, annual appreciation data based on repeat sales and appraisals
+1.6%
YoY Change (2024)
214
HPI Index (2000 = 100)
+114%
Total Change Since 2000
Home values in ZIP 46748 have increased 1.6% over the past year (2024). Since 2000, this ZIP has seen +114% cumulative appreciation.
| Year | Annual Change | HPI Index |
|---|---|---|
| 2020 | +1.4% | 144 |
| 2021 | +17.7% | 169 |
| 2022 | +7.5% | 182 |
| 2023 | +15.5% | 210 |
| 2024 | +1.6% | 214 |
Source: Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) House Price Index, All-Transactions, Five-Digit ZIP Codes (Developmental Index). Index base = 100 in year 2000. Data through 2024. ZIP codes with few transactions may show missing values.
What businesses operate in this ZIP?
Census Bureau data shows 132 business establishments in ZIP 46748, employing approximately 794 people with a combined annual payroll of $36,199,000.
132
Businesses
794
Employees
$36.2M
Annual Payroll
13
Industry Sectors
| Industry | Establishments | % of Total |
|---|---|---|
| Construction | 17 | 12.9% |
| Real estate and rental and leasing | 14 | 10.6% |
| Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services | 13 | 9.8% |
| Manufacturing | 12 | 9.1% |
| Retail trade | 12 | 9.1% |
| Professional, scientific, and technical services | 12 | 9.1% |
| Other services (except public administration) | 12 | 9.1% |
| Health care and social assistance | 9 | 6.8% |
| Accommodation and food services | 9 | 6.8% |
| Finance and insurance | 7 | 5.3% |
| Wholesale trade | 5 | 3.8% |
| Transportation and warehousing | 3 | 2.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, and recreation | 3 | 2.3% |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP), 2023. Employment figures may include noise for disclosure avoidance.
Nearby ZIP Codes
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ZIP 46748 vs its nearest neighbors, by population
Resident population of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 46835
Fort Wayne (46835)
33,604 residents
- 46825
Fort Wayne (46825)
27,931 residents
- 46845
Fort Wayne (46845)
22,117 residents
- 46805
Fort Wayne (46805)
21,306 residents
- 46808
Fort Wayne (46808)
19,309 residents
- 46818
Fort Wayne (46818)
18,790 residents
- 46738 7,918
Garrett (46738)
7,918 residents
- 46765 5,341
Leo (46765)
5,341 residents
- 46748 5,134
Huntertown (46748)
5,134 residents
What this shows Among its immediate neighbors, ZIP 46748 ranks #9 by population - useful context the national average alone can't give.
ZIP 46748 vs its nearest neighbors, by median income
Median household income of this ZIP and the closest reporting ZIP codes within ~10 miles.
- 46845
Fort Wayne (46845)
$112,676 median income
- 46765
Leo (46765)
$112,328 median income
- 46748
Huntertown (46748)
$109,375 median income
- 46763
Laotto (46763)
$97,054 median income
- 46710
Avilla (46710)
$84,408 median income
- 46818
Fort Wayne (46818)
$81,066 median income
- 46835
Fort Wayne (46835)
$77,152 median income
- 46825
Fort Wayne (46825)
$70,544 median income
- 46738
Garrett (46738)
$57,545 median income
What this shows By household income, ZIP 46748 ranks #3 of 9 neighboring ZIPs, local affluence varies block to block, not just metro to metro.
| ZIP Code | City | Population | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| 46845 | Fort Wayne, IN | 22,117 | 4.3 mi |
| 46738 | Garrett, IN | 7,918 | 5.3 mi |
| 46763 | Laotto, IN | 1,631 | 4.8 mi |
| 46825 | Fort Wayne, IN | 27,931 | 6.9 mi |
| 46765 | Leo, IN | 5,341 | 6.5 mi |
| 46808 | Fort Wayne, IN | 19,309 | 10.4 mi |
| 46818 | Fort Wayne, IN | 18,790 | 8.2 mi |
| 46710 | Avilla, IN | 4,679 | 8.3 mi |
| 46805 | Fort Wayne, IN | 21,306 | 10.6 mi |
| 46835 | Fort Wayne, IN | 33,604 | 9.1 mi |
Nationwide ZIPs with similar ACS profiles
Two Census-derived peer sets for ZIP 46748, both outside IN so the neighborhoods are not geographic containment (Nearby and same-county blocks stay local).
Similar population
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by resident population (5,134 here; floor ≥1,000).
Similar median household income
Nearest cross-state ZIPs by ACS median household income.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What county is ZIP code 46748 in?
ZIP code 46748 (Huntertown) is located in Allen County, Indiana. Allen County contains multiple ZIP codes, see the full list at /counties/allen-in.
What is the population of ZIP code 46748?
ZIP code 46748 in Huntertown, IN has a population of 5,134 according to the Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates.
What is the median household income in ZIP 46748?
The median household income in ZIP 46748 is $109,375, which is 43% above the national average of $76,288.
What is the average home value in ZIP 46748?
The median home value in ZIP 46748 is $319,700, which is 15% above the national average of $278,155.
What is the demographic makeup of ZIP 46748?
The largest racial group in ZIP 46748 is White at 85.3%. Hispanic or Latino residents make up 5.1% of the population.
How many businesses are in ZIP code 46748?
ZIP code 46748 has 132 business establishments employing approximately 794 people, according to Census Bureau ZIP Code Business Patterns (ZBP) 2023 data.
What are the main industries in ZIP code 46748?
The top industries by establishment count in ZIP 46748 are: Construction (17), Real estate and rental and leasing (14), Administrative and support and waste management and remediation services (13). There are 13 industry sectors represented in total.
How have home values changed in ZIP code 46748?
According to the FHFA House Price Index, home values in ZIP 46748 increased by 1.6% in 2024. Since 2000, home values in this ZIP have appreciated by approximately 114%. This is a developmental index based on repeat sales and appraisal data from Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
What is the education level in ZIP code 46748?
In ZIP code 46748, 67.4% of residents aged 25+ have a high school diploma or higher, and 50.5% hold a bachelor's degree or higher. These figures come from the Census Bureau ACS 5-Year Estimates (2023).
What is the average commute time in ZIP 46748?
The mean commute time for workers in ZIP code 46748 is 21.1 minutes according to Census ACS data. The national average is roughly 26 minutes, so commuters here spend less time traveling to work than typical.
What percentage of residents own vs. rent in ZIP 46748?
In ZIP code 46748, approximately 90.1% of occupied housing units are owner-occupied and 9.9% are renter-occupied, based on Census ACS 2023 data.
What is the poverty rate in ZIP code 46748?
The poverty rate in ZIP code 46748 is 5.0% according to Census Bureau ACS 2023 estimates. This measures the percentage of the population living below the federal poverty threshold.
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