Tipton County Economy
Jobs, Wages, and Housing Data
The Tipton County Chamber of Commerce tracks the local economy so businesses, residents, and partners have current, reliable data in one place. This page brings together the county’s labor market, hiring demand, and housing trends, updated each quarter. Below you’ll find the latest figures, an overview of the county’s economic base, answers to common questions, and our full archive of quarterly reports.
At a Glance
3.2%
Unemployment rate (May 2026)
8,111
Labor force
1,469
Job openings posted (past 12 months)
$224,901
Average home sale price (2026 YTD)
Latest update: Mid-Year 2026. See the full report below.
About the Tipton County Economy
Tipton County is a rural central Indiana county of roughly 15,400 residents, with a labor force of about 8,100. The county’s economy is anchored by manufacturing, agriculture, and government, with healthcare and construction also playing significant roles. Agriculture is especially prominent: Tipton County’s concentration of farming employment runs far above the national average, reflecting its position in Indiana’s productive grain belt.
Major employers located in the county include IU Health Tipton Hospital, food processor OSI, agricultural companies Corteva and Beck’s Hybrids, and the Tipton Community School Corporation. Because the county sits within commuting distance of larger employment centers, many residents also work in neighboring Howard and Hamilton counties, including at manufacturing operations in the Kokomo area.
Median household income in Tipton County is about $76,000, slightly below the national figure. The county’s population has held roughly steady over the past five years. For local employers, the defining workforce challenge is competition for skilled workers in a tight labor market, a dynamic the Chamber tracks closely through this quarterly data.
Frequently Asked Questions
As of May 2026, Tipton County’s unemployment rate was 3.2%, down from 3.9% a year earlier. That sits below the national rate of 4.1% and matches Indiana’s statewide rate. (updated quarterly)
Manufacturing, agriculture, and government are the largest by employment, with healthcare and construction also significant. Agriculture is the county’s most concentrated industry relative to the national average.
Major employers located in the county include IU Health Tipton Hospital, OSI, Corteva, Beck’s Hybrids, and the Tipton Community School Corporation. Many residents also commute to employers in neighboring counties.
Year to date through mid-June 2026, the average residential sale price was $224,901 across 57 sales, with homes selling in an average of 50 days. (updated quarterly)
About 8,100 residents are in the labor force, with roughly 7,850 employed as of May 2026.
Approximately 15,400 residents, a figure that has remained roughly steady over the past five years.
Quarterly Reports
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Tipton County Mid-Year 2026 Economic Snapshot
Tipton County’s unemployment rate dropped to 3.2%, employers posted nearly 1,500 job openings over the past year, and homes sold for an average of $224,901. Here is where the local economy stands at mid-year 2026.
The Tipton County Chamber of Commerce represents and advocates for local businesses. Questions about this data, or interested in membership? Contact us at director@tiptonchamber.org.