Bargersville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Bargersville is a small city in Indiana with a population of 10,163. Residents earn $104,160 per year, which is 39% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
10,163 Population 543/sq mi density
$104,160 Median Income $60,805 per capita
$405,100 Home Value $440,462 Zillow
$1,182 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
46 Violent Crime/100K 2,045 property/100K
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$104,160 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A
Affordability
4.5 / 5.0
$405,100 home value, $1,182/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
46 violent crimes/100K (88% below avg)
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
48.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $104,160
39% higher than US avg
Home Value $405,100
44% higher than US avg
Violent Crime 46/100K
88% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 48.0%
42% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,182
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

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

People

Population10,163
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density543/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A
Median Income$104,160
Per Capita$60,805
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$8,253M
Commute29 min

Housing

A
Home Value$405,100
Rent$1,182
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$440,462

Crime

F
Violent46/100K
Property2,045/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault46/100K
Burglary275/100K

Health

Obesity38.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Elevation801 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+48.0%
High School+95.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute29 min
Libraries7

Is Bargersville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bargersville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low crime rates, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Bargersville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bargersville is $104,160, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Bargersville among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bargersville is $405,100, 44% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,182 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.9x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

Bargersville is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,045 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 48.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bargersville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bargersville has a population of 10,163 with a density of 543 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.9%), with 3.3% Black.

Population

10,163
Total Population
543
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
18.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bargersville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bargersville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bargersville is $104,160, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Bargersville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$104,160
39% above US avg
Per Capita Income$60,805
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$83,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,199
County GDP$8,253M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare426
Retail505
Manufacturing140

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.03%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.8 min
Work from Home25.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Bargersville is $405,100, 44% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,182 (2% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $440,462.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$405,100
44% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$440,462
Median List Price$433,990

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$433,990
$/Sq Ft$166
Homes Sold10
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops22.5%
Inventory49

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,182
2% above US avg

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)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.03%
In Bargersville, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure34.6%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress17.0%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.1%
Checkup Rate80.1%
Premature Death8,086/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access81.9%
Healthcare Facilities426
Bargersville has a violent crime rate of 46 per 100,000 residents, 88% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,045 per 100,000 (4% above US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent45.8/100K
88% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault45.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,044.6/100K
4% above US avg
Burglary274.6/100K
Theft1,769.9/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bargersville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation801 ft (244 m)
Area18.7 sq mi (48.5 km²)
Population Density543/sq mi
Coordinates39.5426°N, 86.2032°W
County FIPS18081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 48.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+48.0%
42% above US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density543/sq mi
Total Area18.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities426
Restaurants330
Retail Stores505

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.8 min
Work from Home25.4%

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