Gary, IN Demographics & ZIP Codes
Gary, Indiana demographics and median household income by ZIP code (in Lake County) — 7 ZIP codes — population 73,224 — median income $37,330 — avg. home value $87,871. Compare income, housing, and population across ZIP codes on US5.
Gary demographics
Gary, Indiana covers 7 ZIP codes primarily in Lake County, with a combined ZIP-area population of about 73,224.
Across ZIP codes with age data, the average median age is about 36.2 years.
Median household income in Gary
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Gary, Indiana is about $37,330 — about 48% below the IN ZIP average ($71,483), and about 50% below the U.S. median ($75,149).
Among ZIPs with income data, 46408 is near the top at about $47,063, while 46407 is near the bottom at about $25,551.
Housing in Gary
For housing in Gary, Indiana, the average median home value is about $87,871 and the average median rent is about $765.
The most populous ZIP in this set is 46404 (about 16,846 residents). Use the table below to compare population, income, and home values across codes.
ZIP codes in Gary
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| ZIP | City | County | State | Population ↓ | Income | Home value |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 46404 | Gary | Lake County | IN | 16,846 | $39,188 | $88,300 |
| 46408 | Gary | Lake County | IN | 15,571 | $47,063 | $96,200 |
| 46403 | Gary | Lake County | IN | 10,697 | $44,114 | $154,800 |
| 46407 | Gary | Lake County | IN | 8,889 | $25,551 | $55,000 |
| 46406 | Gary | Lake County | IN | 8,513 | $35,631 | $86,300 |
| 46409 | Gary | Lake County | IN | 7,072 | $40,637 | $73,300 |
| 46402 | Gary | Lake County | IN | 5,636 | $29,125 | $61,200 |
Frequently asked questions
What are the demographics of Gary?
Gary, Indiana has a combined ZIP-area population of about 73,224 across 7 ZIP codes (primarily Lake County). Browse the ZIP table below for population, income, and housing by code.
What is the median household income in Gary?
The average median household income across ZIP codes in Gary, Indiana is about $37,330, about 48% below the state ZIP average ($71,483), and about 50% below the U.S. median ($75,149). Average median home value is about $87,871. Among ZIPs with data, 46408 is near the top ($47,063) and 46407 is near the bottom ($25,551).
How many ZIP codes are in Gary?
Gary, Indiana includes 7 ZIP codes on US5. Each row links to demographics, median income, and housing for that code.
Where can I find ZIP code demographics for Gary?
This page lists ZIP codes in Gary, Indiana with population, median household income, and home value. Select a ZIP for a full demographics profile.