ZIP 47302 — Economy & Jobs

Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2019–2023 5-Year Estimates. Page data updated 2026-08-02.

Working ClassLow Snow Area

Income, employment, industries, and economic trends

Income & Economy in Muncie city, IN (47302)

Median Income

$47,185

*Adjusted for inflation (2023 dollars)

IRS Net Migration

+1,166

Wealth inflow

Population

25,365

Unemployment

6.8%

3.1pp above US avg

IRS migration statistics show a net inflow of about 1,166 for ZIP 47302 (Muncie city, IN) on US5’s published series — a signal of people/tax filers moving in relative to those leaving. Inflows often track job growth, housing demand, or lifestyle migration; treat the figure as a directional indicator rather than a precise headcount.

Economic Indicators

Unemployment

6.8%+83% vs US avg

Self-Employed

2.1%-66% vs US avg

SNAP Benefits

21.9%+87% vs US avg

385

Establishments

6,361

Employees

~17 per establishment — small businesses dominate

Retail trade

Top Industry

Economic Distributions

Census ACS 5-Year (P0): occupation, industry, household income brackets.

Occupation

Industry

Agriculture, forestry, mining1.5%
Construction9.3%
Manufacturing15.6%
Wholesale trade2.5%
Retail trade15.9%
Transportation, utilities4.6%
Information1.6%
Finance, insurance, real estate3.7%
Professional, scientific, management7.4%
Education, health care, social20.7%
Arts, entertainment, food services9.2%
Other services5.8%
Public administration2.2%

Household Income

Historical Trends in 47302 (2020–Present)

Since 2020, population grew 0.2%, median income rose 5.7% (inflation-adjusted), home values increased 6.1%.

Median Income

$47,185

-37% vs US avg

Unemployment Rate