Beech Grove, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Marion County County
Beech Grove, IN
At a Glance
How Beech Grove Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Beech Grove's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Beech Grove a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Beech Grove residents earn a median household income of $49,452 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,484. The unemployment rate stands at 3.9% (8% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 6.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 28,522 business establishments, including 2,360 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Beech Grove is $169,500 , 40% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $193,393. Median rent is $978/month, with 31.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1965.
Safety & Crime
Beech Grove reports 279 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 27% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,646/100K.
Education
22.0% of adults in Beech Grove hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below the national average). 88.7% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Beech Grove 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 totals 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Moderate with a median AQI of 54.