Mecca, Indiana is a small town located in LaPorte County with a population of 418 according to the US Census Bureau. Mecca has a population density of 633 people per square mile which is significantly lower than the population density of 93 people per square mile in the United States as a whole.
The most famous business in Mecca is the 1933 Diner, opened by John and Mary Lou Evens in 1933. It was recently renovated and offers classic American diner food to visitors and locals alike. The town also has several other restaurants, including Pennys Place Bar & Grill, Uncle Joes Bar & Grill, and The Old Tin Shed Pizza Parlor.
Residents of Mecca are treated to year-round outdoor activities such as hiking, fishing, camping and kayaking at nearby Potato Creek State Park or LaPorte County Park. For those looking for more organized activities there are several organizations available including the Boy Scouts of America, 4-H Club, LaPorte County Historical Society and LaPorte County Library System.
Sports fans can also enjoy watching their local high school teams compete in football and basketball games throughout the year. The town also hosts regular bowling tournaments at Strike Zone Lanes or catch a game at Lawson Field Stadium during their summer softball season.
The population in Mecca (zip 47860) is 418. There are 630 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Mecca (zip 47860) is 23.9, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Mecca (zip 47860) is 3.1, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Mecca (zip 47860)
- 37.6% are married
- 19.6% are divorced
- 15.4% are married with children
- 38.5% have children, but are single
Race in Mecca (zip 47860)
- 98.8% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.0% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.0% claim Other
- 0.0% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 1.2% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander