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Ambia, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Ambia is a small town in Indiana with a population of 184. Residents earn $61,500 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
184 Population 1,227/sq mi density
$61,500 Median Income $16,460 per capita
$55,000 Home Value $142,067 Zillow
$786 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$61,500 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$55,000 home value, $786/mo rent
F
Education
1.2 / 5.0
2.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,500
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $55,000
80% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 2.2%
93% lower than US avg
Median Rent $786
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 31.1%
151% higher than US avg

How Ambia Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population184
Median Age23.3 yrs
Density1,227/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 45%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,500
Per Capita$16,460
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty31.1%
County GDP$371M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$55,000
Rent$786
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$142,067
Housing Units67
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity43.8%
Uninsured18.7%
Smoking15.4%
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation739 ft (225 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+2.2%
High School+79.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute31 min
Broadband50.0%
Libraries2

Is Ambia a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ambia receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, a high uninsured rate, high obesity rates. Ambia offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ambia is $61,500, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 31.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ambia is $55,000, 80% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $786 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 0.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ambia experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.9 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ambia has a population of 184 with a density of 1,227 people per square mile. The median age is 23.3 years, 40% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (45.1%).

Population

184
Total Population
1,227
People / sq mi
23.3yrs
Median Age
40% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Ambia vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only39.2%
50% below US avg
Spanish60.8%
354% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Ambia vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ambia is $61,500, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Ambia vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,500
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,460
Avg Weekly Wage$1,011
IRS Avg AGI$71,701

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate31.1%
151% above US avg
Establishments (County)169
County GDP$371M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare16
Retail12
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,056
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.6 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Ambia is $55,000, 80% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $786 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $142,067.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$55,000
80% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$142,067

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$786
32% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units67
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,056
41% below US avg
Effective Rate3.74%
In Ambia, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 18.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.4% are current smokers. 23.1% report depression. 31.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Ambia vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes13.9%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.7%
Cancer6.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.4%
10% above US avg
Binge Drinking16.0%
Physical Inactivity31.0%
Depression23.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress14.6%
Short Sleep37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Uninsured18.7%
117% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.0%
Dental Visits56.7%
Premature Death7,305/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access33.6%
Healthcare Facilities16
Ambia has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation739 ft (225 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,227/sq mi
Coordinates40.4893°N, 87.5163°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18171
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 2.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (93% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.3-point margin. 50.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.9%
D 20.6%

Winner: Republican by 57.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+2.2%
93% below US avg
High School+79.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,227/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access50.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants9
Retail Stores12

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.6 min
Drive Alone81.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home4.7%

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