New Castle
City in Henry County, Indiana
New Castle is a city in Henry County, Indiana, with 17,396 residents (2020 Census). It sits at 1,070 ft (326 m) above sea level. The nearest town is Westwood, 2.5 miles W.
- 17,396residents (2020 Census)
- 1,070 ftelevation · 326 m
- 7.3 sq miland area · 19.0 km²
- 2,374 / sq mipopulation density
- 47362ZIP code
About New Castle
New Castle is a city in Henry County, Indiana, United States. Located 44 miles (71 km) east-northeast of Indianapolis, on the Big Blue River, the city is the county seat of Henry County. New Castle is home to New Castle Fieldhouse, the largest high school gymnasium in the world.
The city is surrounded by agricultural land. In the past, it was a manufacturing center for the production of sheet iron and steel, automobiles, caskets, clothing, scales, bridges, pianos, furniture, handles, shovels, lathes, bricks, and flour. Starting in the early 20th century, it was known as the Rose City, at one point having 100 florists and numerous growers.
According to the 2020 census, the population was 17,396.
New Castle Correctional Facility, with a capacity of over 3,500 inmates, is located just north of the city.
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Living in New Castle
- Median household income
- $51,606
- Median home value
- $98,000
- Median rent
- $781/mo
- Median age
- 41.2
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New Castle had 17,396 residents in the 2020 Census.
| 2020 Census | 17,396 |
|---|---|
| Density | 2,374 per sq mi (916 per km²) |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau, Decennial Census.
New Castle at a glance
| State | Indiana (IN) |
|---|---|
| County | Henry County |
| Type | City |
| Population | 17,396 (2020) |
| Land area | 7.33 sq mi (19.0 km²) |
| Water area | 0.02 sq mi (0.06 km²) |
| Elevation | 1,070 ft (326 m) |
| Coordinates | 39.9198° N, 85.3701° W |
| ZIP code | 47362 |
| Official website | cityofnewcastle.net |
| Census code (GEOID) | 1852740 |
Sources: U.S. Census Bureau (Gazetteer, ZCTA), USGS GNIS, Wikidata.
Towns near New Castle
- Westwood2.5 mi W
- Greensboro5.7 mi SW
- Mount Summit5.9 mi N
- Spiceland6.1 mi SW
- Millville6.2 mi E
- Sulphur Springs6.5 mi NW
- Cadiz6.5 mi W
- New Lisbon6.9 mi SE
- Lewisville7.9 mi S
- Kennard8.1 mi W
- Mooreland8.3 mi NE
- Straughn8.8 mi SE
Straight-line distance between town centers.
Frequently asked questions about New Castle
What county is New Castle in?
New Castle is in Henry County, Indiana.
What is the population of New Castle, IN?
17,396 people lived in New Castle at the 2020 Census.
What is the ZIP code of New Castle, IN?
The ZIP code of New Castle is 47362.
What is the elevation of New Castle?
1,070 feet (326 m) above sea level.
What towns are near New Castle?
Westwood (2.5 mi), Greensboro (5.7 mi), Mount Summit (5.9 mi), Spiceland (6.1 mi), Millville (6.2 mi).
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