Arcola, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Arcola is a small town in Indiana with a population of 139.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
139 Population 376/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $37,684 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 27.6%
18% lower than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.6%
30% lower than US avg

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

People

Population139
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density376/mi²
Male / Female63% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 82%
Veterans10.4%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$37,684
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty8.6%
County GDP$2,226M
Commute23 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation841 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.6%
High School+89.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries3

Is Arcola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Arcola receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Arcola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 8.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Education

27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Arcola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 21.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Arcola has a population of 139 with a density of 376 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82%), with 11.5% Hispanic.

Population

139
Total Population
376
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.6%
Female 37.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Arcola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Arcola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Arcola is N/A. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Arcola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$37,684
Avg Weekly Wage$1,123
IRS Avg AGI$72,142

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.6%
30% below US avg
Establishments (County)764
County GDP$2,226M

Business (County)

Restaurants61
Healthcare64
Retail99
Manufacturing71

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,596
3% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.4 min
Drive Alone58.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home41.8%

Walkability

100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,596
3% above US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.0%
Premature Death7,298/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access53.9%
Healthcare Facilities64

Crime Rates: Arcola vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Safety Score

Arcola has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.5°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall21.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation841 ft (256 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density376/sq mi
Coordinates41.1063°N, 85.2911°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18183
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 27.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 49.9-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74%
D 24.1%

Winner: Republican by 49.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.6%
18% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density376/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities64
Restaurants61
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.4 min
Drive Alone58.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home41.8%

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