46403 ZIP Code
Gary, Indiana
February 6, 2026
| ZIP Code: | 46403 |
| City/Town: | Gary |
| County: | Lake |
| State: | Indiana |
| ZIP Type: | Standard |
| Population: | 10,875 |
| Median Household Income: | $44,315 |
| Per Capita Income: | $34,630 |
| Total Housing Units: | 6,277 |
| Median Home Value: | $150,500 |
| Land Area: | 9.2 sq miles
23.9 sq km |
| Water Area: | 2.6 sq miles
6.7 sq km |
| Coordinates: | 41.6105, -87.2582 |
Population Information (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population: | 10,875 | -- | -- |
| Male: | 5,141 | 47.3% | 49.6% |
| Female: | 5,734 | 52.7% | 50.4% |
| Median Age: | 43.0 yrs | -- | 38.5 yrs |
| Under 5 years: | 777 | 7.1% | 5.7% |
| 5 to 9 years: | 643 | 5.9% | 6.0% |
| 10 to 14 years: | 625 | 5.7% | 6.5% |
| 15 to 19 years: | 689 | 6.3% | 6.6% |
| 20 to 24 years: | 581 | 5.3% | 6.7% |
| 25 to 34 years: | 963 | 8.9% | 13.7% |
| 35 to 44 years: | 1,679 | 15.4% | 12.9% |
| 45 to 54 years: | 1,289 | 11.9% | 12.4% |
| 55 to 59 years: | 675 | 6.2% | 6.5% |
| 60 to 64 years: | 944 | 8.7% | 6.4% |
| 65 to 74 years: | 1,233 | 11.3% | 9.7% |
| 75 to 84 years: | 691 | 6.4% | 4.8% |
| 85 years and over: | 86 | 0.8% | 2.0% |
Housing Information (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median home value: | $150,500 | -- | $281,900 |
| Median rooms: | 5.0 | -- | 5.5 |
| Median rent: | $932 / mo. | -- | $1,268 / mo. |
| Total housing units: | 6,277 | -- | -- |
| Occupied housing units: | 4,861 | 77.4% | 38.0% |
| Vacant housing units: | 1,416 | 22.6% | 4.6% |
| Housing tenure: | -- | -- | -- |
| Owner-occupied: | 2,377 | 48.9% | 64.8% |
| Renter-occupied: | 2,484 | 51.1% | 35.2% |
Educational Attainment (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Population 25 years and over: | 7,560 | -- | -- |
| Less than 9th grade: | 122 | 1.6% | 4.7% |
| 9th to 12th grade, no diploma: | 656 | 8.7% | 6.1% |
| High school graduate: | 2,554 | 33.8% | 26.4% |
| Some college, no degree: | 1,758 | 23.3% | 19.7% |
| Associate degree: | 596 | 7.9% | 8.7% |
| Bachelor's degree: | 1,027 | 13.6% | 20.9% |
| Graduate or professional degree: | 847 | 11.2% | 13.7% |
| Percent high school graduate or higher: | -- | 89.7% | 89.1% |
| Percent bachelor's degree or higher: | -- | 24.8% | 34.3% |
Income Information (46403 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median household income: | $44,315 / yr. | $75,149 / yr. |
| Mean household income: | $60,818 / yr. | $105,833 / yr. |
| Median family income: | $39,949 / yr. | $92,646 / yr. |
| Per capita income: | $34,630 / yr. | $41,261 / yr. |
Employment (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| In labor force: | 4,667 | -- | 63.5% |
| Employed: | 4,020 | 86.1% | 96.4% |
| Unemployed: | 647 | 13.9% | 5.3% |
| Not in labor force: | 4,019 | -- | -- |
| Class of Worker: | -- | -- | -- |
| Private wage and salary: | 3,579 | 89.0% | 79.7% |
| Government workers: | 313 | 7.8% | 14.2% |
| Self-employed: | 128 | 3.2% | 5.9% |
| Unpaid family workers: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Race & Ethnicity (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Race (one race): | -- | -- | -- |
| White: | 3,092 | 28.4% | 61.6% |
| Black or African American: | 6,926 | 63.7% | 12.4% |
| American Indian/Alaska Native: | 5 | 0.0% | 1.1% |
| Asian: | 15 | 0.1% | 6.0% |
| Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.2% |
| Some other race: | 332 | 3.1% | 8.4% |
| Two or more races: | 505 | 4.6% | 10.2% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race): | 608 | 5.6% | 18.7% |
| Mexican: | 1,560 | 14.3% | 11.2% |
| Puerto Rican: | 892 | 8.2% | 1.8% |
| Cuban: | 665 | 6.1% | 0.7% |
| Other Hispanic or Latino: | 3 | 0.0% | 5.0% |
| Not Hispanic or Latino: | 0 | 0.0% | 81.1% |
Income Distribution (46403 zip code)
| Household Income | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $10,000: | 530 | 10.9% | 4.9% |
| $10,000 to $14,999: | 349 | 7.2% | 3.8% |
| $15,000 to $24,999: | 527 | 10.8% | 7.0% |
| $25,000 to $34,999: | 447 | 9.2% | 7.4% |
| $35,000 to $49,999: | 940 | 19.3% | 10.7% |
| $50,000 to $74,999: | 677 | 13.9% | 16.1% |
| $75,000 to $99,999: | 535 | 11.0% | 12.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 463 | 9.5% | 17.1% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 253 | 5.2% | 8.8% |
| $200,000 or more: | 140 | 2.9% | 11.4% |
Commute to Work (46403 zip code)
| Commute Method | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drove alone: | 3,083 | 76.7% | 67.8% |
| Carpooled: | 413 | 10.3% | 8.7% |
| Public transportation: | 298 | 7.4% | 4.2% |
| Walked: | 34 | 0.8% | 2.5% |
| Other means: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.9% |
| Worked from home: | 149 | 3.7% | 13.8% |
| Mean travel time to work: | 31.8 min | -- | 26.7 min |
Industry (46403 zip code)
| Industry Sector | Workers | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Agriculture, forestry, fishing, mining: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.6% |
| Construction: | 93 | 2.3% | 6.9% |
| Manufacturing: | 488 | 12.1% | 10.0% |
| Wholesale trade: | 71 | 1.8% | 2.4% |
| Retail trade: | 494 | 12.3% | 11.0% |
| Transportation, warehousing, utilities: | 391 | 9.7% | 5.8% |
| Information: | 43 | 1.1% | 1.9% |
| Finance, insurance, real estate: | 155 | 3.9% | 6.7% |
| Professional, scientific, management: | 507 | 12.6% | 12.1% |
| Education, health care, social services: | 1,108 | 27.6% | 23.3% |
| Arts, entertainment, food services: | 449 | 11.2% | 9.0% |
| Other services: | 168 | 4.2% | 4.7% |
| Public administration: | 53 | 1.3% | 4.7% |
Poverty Status (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Poverty Rate: | -- | 25.4% | 8.8% |
| All people below poverty level: | -- | -- | -- |
| Under 18 years: | -- | -- | 16.3% |
| 18 to 64 years: | -- | -- | 11.0% |
| 65 years and over: | -- | -- | 10.3% |
Health Insurance (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| With health insurance: | 9,914 | 91.2% | 91.3% |
| Private health insurance: | 5,464 | 50.2% | 67.6% |
| Public health coverage: | 6,019 | 55.3% | 35.9% |
| Without health insurance: | 953 | 8.8% | 8.7% |
Benefits & Assistance (46403 zip code)
| Households with: | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Earnings: | 3,131 | 64.4% | 77.4% |
| Social Security income: | 1,796 | 36.9% | 31.0% |
| Retirement income: | 1,418 | 29.2% | 21.8% |
| Supplemental Security Income (SSI): | 411 | 8.5% | 4.5% |
| Cash public assistance income: | 130 | 2.7% | 1.8% |
| SNAP (food stamps) benefits: | 819 | 16.8% | 11.4% |
Housing Types (46403 zip code)
| Structure Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1-unit, detached: | 4,249 | 67.7% | 61.4% |
| 1-unit, attached: | 250 | 4.0% | 6.1% |
| 2 units: | 189 | 3.0% | 3.4% |
| 3 or 4 units: | 155 | 2.5% | 4.3% |
| 5 to 9 units: | 331 | 5.3% | 4.6% |
| 10 to 19 units: | 342 | 5.4% | 4.3% |
| 20 or more units: | 739 | 11.8% | 9.9% |
| Mobile home: | 22 | 0.4% | 5.8% |
| Boat, RV, van, etc.: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
Year Structure Built (46403 zip code)
| Year Built | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Built 2020 or later: | 8 | 0.1% | 0.6% |
| Built 2010 to 2019: | 119 | 1.9% | 8.2% |
| Built 2000 to 2009: | 339 | 5.4% | 13.5% |
| Built 1990 to 1999: | 366 | 5.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1980 to 1989: | 487 | 7.8% | 13.2% |
| Built 1970 to 1979: | 626 | 10.0% | 14.6% |
| Built 1960 to 1969: | 1,266 | 20.2% | 10.2% |
| Built 1950 to 1959: | 1,968 | 31.4% | 9.9% |
| Built 1940 to 1949: | 618 | 9.8% | 4.6% |
| Built 1939 or earlier: | 480 | 7.6% | 12.0% |
Bedrooms (46403 zip code)
| Number of Bedrooms | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No bedroom (studio): | 162 | 2.6% | 2.4% |
| 1 bedroom: | 562 | 9.0% | 3.0% |
| 2 bedrooms: | 2,238 | 35.7% | 9.1% |
| 3 bedrooms: | 2,529 | 40.3% | 15.9% |
| 4 bedrooms: | 686 | 10.9% | 18.8% |
| 5 or more bedrooms: | 100 | 1.6% | 17.6% |
Heating Fuel (46403 zip code)
| Fuel Type | Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Utility gas: | 4,318 | 88.8% | 47.1% |
| Bottled, tank, or LP gas: | 107 | 2.2% | 4.9% |
| Electricity: | 413 | 8.5% | 40.2% |
| Fuel oil, kerosene, etc.: | 14 | 0.3% | 4.2% |
| Coal or coke: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Wood: | 0 | 0.0% | 1.5% |
| Solar energy: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.1% |
| Other fuel: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| No fuel used: | 9 | 0.2% | 0.2% |
Vehicles Available (46403 zip code)
| Vehicles | Households | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| No vehicle available: | 591 | 12.2% | 8.3% |
| 1 vehicle available: | 2,494 | 51.3% | 32.6% |
| 2 vehicles available: | 1,184 | 24.4% | 37.0% |
| 3 or more vehicles available: | 592 | 12.2% | 22.1% |
Home Value Distribution (46403 zip code)
| Value Range | Owner Units | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than $50,000: | 231 | 9.7% | 5.7% |
| $50,000 to $99,999: | 512 | 21.5% | 7.8% |
| $100,000 to $149,999: | 437 | 18.4% | 9.2% |
| $150,000 to $199,999: | 578 | 24.3% | 10.8% |
| $200,000 to $299,999: | 239 | 10.1% | 19.9% |
| $300,000 to $499,999: | 285 | 12.0% | 24.1% |
| $500,000 to $999,999: | 65 | 2.7% | 17.0% |
| $1,000,000 or more: | 30 | 1.3% | 5.6% |
Housing Costs (46403 zip code)
| Value | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|
| Median owner costs (with mortgage): | $1,201 / mo. | $1,828 / mo. |
| Median owner costs (no mortgage): | $542 / mo. | $584 / mo. |
| Median gross rent: | $932 / mo. | $1,268 / mo. |
| Average household size (owner-occupied): | 2.03 | 2.53 |
| Average household size (renter-occupied): | 2.38 | 2.38 |
Households (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total households: | 4,861 | -- | -- |
| Married-couple households: | 1,102 | 22.7% | 47.5% |
| Cohabiting couple households: | 183 | 3.8% | 7.0% |
| Male householder, no spouse: | 1,303 | 26.8% | 5.4% |
| Female householder, no spouse: | 1,882 | 38.7% | 12.7% |
| Householder living alone: | 1,255 | 25.8% | 28.6% |
| 65 years and over living alone: | 1,643 | 33.8% | 11.8% |
| Average household size: | 2.21 | -- | 2.53 |
| Average family size: | 3.07 | -- | -- |
Marital Status (46403 zip code)
| Population 15 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 4,201 | -- | -- |
| Never married: | 1,890 | 45.0% | 37.0% |
| Now married: | 1,240 | 29.5% | 49.5% |
| Separated: | 210 | 5.0% | 1.5% |
| Widowed: | 704 | 16.8% | 2.6% |
| Divorced: | 1,960 | 46.7% | 9.3% |
School Enrollment (46403 zip code)
| Population 3 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Enrolled in school: | 2,127 | -- | -- |
| Nursery school, preschool: | 37 | 1.7% | 5.8% |
| Kindergarten: | 268 | 12.6% | 5.0% |
| Elementary school (grades 1-8): | 849 | 39.9% | 40.5% |
| High school (grades 9-12): | 625 | 29.4% | 21.4% |
| College or graduate school: | 348 | 16.4% | 27.3% |
Veterans & Disability (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Civilian population 18 years and over: | 8,337 | -- | -- |
| Veterans: | 644 | 7.7% | 6.3% |
| Civilian noninstitutionalized population: | 10,867 | -- | -- |
| With a disability: | 1,716 | 15.8% | 13.4% |
| Under 18 with disability: | 70 | 4.1% | 5.8% |
| 18 to 64 with disability: | 1,102 | 64.2% | 10.4% |
| 65 and over with disability: | 544 | 31.7% | 33.4% |
Mobility (Residence 1 Year Ago) (46403 zip code)
| Population 1 year and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Same house: | 8,968 | 82.5% | 86.9% |
| Different house: | 1,793 | 16.5% | 13.1% |
| Same county: | 620 | 34.6% | 7.0% |
| Different county: | 1,173 | 65.4% | 3.2% |
| Different state: | 694 | 38.7% | 2.5% |
| Abroad: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.4% |
Place of Birth (46403 zip code)
| Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Native born: | 10,536 | 96.9% | 86.2% |
| Foreign born: | 120 | 1.1% | 13.9% |
| Naturalized citizen: | 339 | 282.5% | 52.7% |
| Not a citizen: | 339 | 282.5% | 47.3% |
| Foreign-born by region: | -- | -- | -- |
| Europe: | 339 | 282.5% | 10.5% |
| Asia: | 37 | 30.8% | 31.3% |
| Africa: | 179 | 149.2% | 5.5% |
| Oceania: | 0 | 0.0% | 0.5% |
| Latin America: | 108 | 90.0% | 50.0% |
| Northern America: | 0 | 0.0% | 2.2% |
Language Spoken at Home (46403 zip code)
| Population 5 years and over | Number# | Percent% | US AvgUS |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total: | 10,098 | -- | -- |
| English only: | 9,522 | 94.3% | 78.3% |
| Language other than English: | 576 | 5.7% | 21.5% |
| By language: | -- | -- | -- |
| Spanish: | 415 | 4.1% | 13.3% |
| Other Indo-European languages: | 80 | 0.8% | 3.5% |
| Asian/Pacific Island languages: | 0 | 0.0% | 3.5% |
| Other languages: | 81 | 0.8% | 1.0% |
Computers & Internet (46403 zip code)
| Households | Percent% | US AvgUS | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Households with a computer: | 4,861 | 100.0% | 93.1% |
| Households with broadband internet: | 4,500 | 92.6% | 89.4% |
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