Forest, Indiana
Forest: unincorporated community in Clinton County, Indiana.
About
Forest is a city located in the county of Clinton in the U.S. state of Indiana. Its population at the 2010 census was 760. After 10 years in 2020 city had an estimated population of 748 inhabitants.
The city was created 152 years ago in 1874.
Quick Facts about Forest
| Population | 748 (2020) |
| Country | United States of America |
| State | Indiana (United States) |
| County | Clinton County |
| Postal code | 46039 |
| Latitude & Longitude | 40.3737,-86.3328 |
| Altitude | 2,884 feet / 879 meters |
| Establishment | September 01, 1874 (152 years ago) |
| Time Zone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| Local time | 16:40:55 (13th October 2026) |
| Population growth | -1.58% (2010-2020) |
| Weather | 89℉ Sunny 7-days weather |
Geography
Forest is located at 40°22'25"N 86°19'58"W (40.3736500, -86.3327700).
Forest map
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Weather
Sunny, with a high near 89. Southwest wind 13 to 17 mph, with gusts as high as 25 mph.
7-Day ForecastDemographics
According to census records, the population of Forest decreased by 1.58% in 10 years.
| Year | Population | % Change | Method |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 | 760 | - | census |
| 2011 | 754 | -0.79% | estimation process |
| 2012 | 752 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2013 | 748 | -0.53% | estimation process |
| 2014 | 743 | -0.67% | estimation process |
| 2015 | 743 | 0% | estimation process |
| 2016 | 741 | -0.27% | estimation process |
| 2017 | 742 | 0.13% | estimation process |
| 2018 | 739 | -0.4% | estimation process |
| 2019 | 748 | 1.22% | estimation process |
| 2020 | 748 | 0% | estimation process |
Nearby Schools and Colleges
Schools and campuses linked to Forest, IN. Select a name to open its map and contact details.
| Code | Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 481863 | Ross Medical Education Center-Kokomo | Kokomo (IN) | 46902-3650 |
| 151333 | Indiana University-Kokomo | Kokomo (IN) | 46902-9003 |
| 462017 | Summit Salon Academy-Kokomo | Kokomo (IN) | 46901-6248 |
| 491525 | Union Bible College | Westfield (IN) | 46074-0900 |
| 491552 | Christina and Company Education Center | Lafayette (IN) | 47905-4633 |
Nearby Transit Stations (6)
Rail and bus stations connected to Forest, IN. Select a station to open its map and address details.
| Code | Name | Address | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| LAF | Lafayette station | 200 North 2nd St. | RAIL |
| CRB | Crawfordsville (Bus), Indiana | 1000 Smith Ave | BUS |
| CRF | Crawfordsville | Spring and Green Streets | RAIL |
| IND | Indianapolis Union Station | 350 South Illinois Street | RAIL |
| REN | Rensselaer | 619 North Cullen Street | RAIL |
Closest post offices linked to Forest.
| Post Office Name | City | ZIP |
|---|---|---|
| For Post Office | Forest (IN) | 46039 |
| Michigantown Post Office | Michigantown (IN) | 46057 |
| Russiavill Post Office | Russiaville (IN) | 46979 |
| West Middleton Post Office | West Middleton (IN) | 46995 |
| Burlington Post Office | Burlington (IN) | 46915 |
Other places with the same name (2)
- Forest, Virginia census-designated place in Bedford County, Virginia, United States. with a population of 9,106 people.
- Forest, Mississippi city in Mississippi, United States. with a population of 5,483 people.
Other cities in Clinton County
Cities, towns, neighborhoods & other populated places in Clinton County , IN.
| City Name | Population | Title |
|---|---|---|
| Frankfort | 15,756 | County seat in Indiana |
| Hamilton | 1,595 | Town in Indiana, United States |
| Rossville | 1,540 | Human settlement in Clinton County, Indiana, United States of America |
| Mulberry | 1,213 | Town in Clinton County, Indiana |