Home Value $357,700

27% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 26.8%

17% lower than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population56

Median Age60.2 yrs

Density243/mi²

Male / Female25% / 75%

Largest GroupWhite 79%

Veterans56.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$58,507

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$952M

Commute27 min

Housing

Home Value$357,700

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units168

Health

Obesity26.8%

Uninsured6.0%

Smoking12.2%

Depression23.6%

Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain39.0 in/yr

Sunny Days275/yr

Elevation543 ft (166 m)

Education

A+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+100.0%

Graduate+27.3%

School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%

Commute27 min

Broadband43.0%

Libraries4

Is Americus a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Americus receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Americus stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Americus is $357,700, 27% above the national median.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Americus experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Americus has a population of 56 with a density of 243 people per square mile. The median age is 60.2 years, 55% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.6%).

Population

Total Population

243

People / sq mi

60.2yrs

Median Age

55% above US avg

0.2mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25%

Female 75%

Race & Ethnicity

Americus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	90.8%
	16% above US avg
Spanish	9.2%
	31% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Americus vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Americus is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Americus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$58,507
Avg Weekly Wage	$956
IRS Avg AGI	$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	436
County GDP	$952M

Business (County)

Restaurants	39
Healthcare	29
Retail	49
Manufacturing	24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,396
	32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	0.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	26.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Americus is $357,700, 27% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$357,700
	27% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	39.5%
Housing Units	168
Median Year Built	2001

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,396
	32% below US avg
Effective Rate	0.67%

In Americus, 26.8% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 12.2% are current smokers. 23.6% report depression. 16.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	26.8%
	17% below US avg
Diabetes	8.5%
Heart Disease	4.9%
High Blood Pressure	29.3%
Asthma	10.4%
COPD	5.5%
Cancer	7.6%
Stroke	2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	12.2%
	13% below US avg
Binge Drinking	19.2%
Physical Inactivity	16.5%
Depression	23.6%
Mental Distress	16.2%
Physical Distress	10.7%
Short Sleep	34.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.0%
	30% below US avg
Checkup Rate	78.1%
Dental Visits	69.3%
Premature Death	7,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	8.7/10
Exercise Access	61.8%
Healthcare Facilities	29

Americus has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.2°F
	3% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	39.0 inches
	3% above US avg
Snowfall	17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	543 ft (166 m)
Area	0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density	243/sq mi
Coordinates	40.5257°N, 86.7628°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS	18015

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%

D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	100.0%
Graduate Degree+	27.3%
School Test Score	6.01

A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	243/sq mi
Total Area	0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	43.0%
Public Libraries	4
Healthcare Facilities	29
Restaurants	39
Retail Stores	49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	26.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Americus, IN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Americus a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Americus vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Americus vs U.S. Average

Income: Americus vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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