Bainbridge, IN

Indiana

Bainbridge is a small town in Indiana with a population of 553. Residents earn $56,731 per year, which is 25% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
553 Population 1,383/sq mi density
$56,731 Median Income $30,866 per capita
$148,400 Home Value $278,794 Zillow
$934 Median Rent 34.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$56,731 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$148,400 home value, $934/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $56,731
25% lower than US avg
Home Value $148,400
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.2%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $934
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.6%
39% lower than US avg

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

People

Population553
Median Age39.5 yrs
Density1,383/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans14.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$56,731
Per Capita$30,866
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty7.6%
County GDP$1,459M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$148,400
Rent$934
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$278,794
Rent Burden34.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation926 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.2%
High School+80.2%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute37 min
Broadband79.9%
Libraries2

Is Bainbridge a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bainbridge receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Bainbridge offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bainbridge is $56,731, 25% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bainbridge is $148,400, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $934 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bainbridge experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 22.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bainbridge has a population of 553 with a density of 1,383 people per square mile. The median age is 39.5 years, 2% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

553
Total Population
1,383
People / sq mi
39.5yrs
Median Age
2% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.9%
Female 46.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Bainbridge vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Bainbridge vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bainbridge is $56,731, which is 25% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Bainbridge vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$56,731
25% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,866
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$65,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.6%
39% below US avg
Establishments (County)768
County GDP$1,459M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare71
Retail111
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,138
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.44%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.4 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Bainbridge is $148,400, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $934 (20% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $278,794.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$148,400
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$278,794

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$157
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio96.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$934
20% below US avg
Rent Burden34.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,138
39% below US avg
Effective Rate1.44%
In Bainbridge, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death8,446/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities71

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Bainbridge has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall22.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation926 ft (282 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density1,383/sq mi
Coordinates39.7614°N, 86.8113°W
County FIPS18133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52-point margin. 79.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.2%
76% below US avg
High School+80.2%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,383/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.9%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants79
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.4 min
Drive Alone82.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.5%

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