Thorntown, IN is a small town located in Boone County with a population of 3,539. The population density is 54 people per square mile. Thorntown has many businesses and activities that bring the community together. There are local shops, such as The Old Hammer Antiques and Thorntown Flowers & Gifts, where residents can find unique items to purchase. For outdoor activities, Thorntown Park offers year-round fun for everyone. There is a playground, basketball court and walking trail for visitors to explore. Additionally, the town boasts several organizations and clubs like the Thorntown Historical Society and Thorntown Lions Club that help preserve local history and connect members of the community through service projects. Local sporting events include the annual Thorntown Summer Basketball League which brings teams from all over Boone county together for exciting matches each summer.
The population in Thorntown (zip 46071) is 3,539. There are 51 people per square mile aka population density. The median age in Thorntown (zip 46071) is 47.5, the US median age is 38.4. The number of people per household in Thorntown (zip 46071) is 2.8, the US average of people per household is 2.6.
Family in Thorntown (zip 46071)
- 51.3% are married
- 8.8% are divorced
- 28.1% are married with children
- 10.3% have children, but are single
Race in Thorntown (zip 46071)
- 96.4% are White
- 0.0% are Black
- 0.3% are Asian
- 0.0% are Native American
- 0.6% claim Other
- 2.2% claim Hispanic ethnicity
- 0.6% Two or more races
- 0.0% Hawaiian, Pacific Islander