Bennetts Switch, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Bennetts Switch is a small town in Indiana with a population of 381. Residents earn $91,076 per year, which is 21% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
381 Population 953/sq mi density
$91,076 Median Income $32,435 per capita
$220,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$91,076 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$220,800 home value
B+
Education
3.6 / 5.0
32.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $91,076
21% higher than US avg
Home Value $220,800
22% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 32.9%
2% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population381
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density953/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans13.4%

Economy

A+
Median Income$91,076
Per Capita$32,435
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,497M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$220,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Elevation817 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+32.9%
High School+85.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute22 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries7

Is Bennetts Switch a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bennetts Switch receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Bennetts Switch stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bennetts Switch is $91,076, 21% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. 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 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bennetts Switch is $220,800, 22% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bennetts Switch 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 41.1 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bennetts Switch has a population of 381 with a density of 953 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.1%).

Population

381
Total Population
953
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.3%
Female 46.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Bennetts Switch vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only71.1%
9% below US avg
Spanish28.9%
116% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bennetts Switch vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bennetts Switch is $91,076, which is 21% above the national average of $75,149. 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 22 minutes.

Income: Bennetts Switch vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$91,076
21% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,435
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$61,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,913
County GDP$5,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare265
Retail328
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,758
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bennetts Switch is $220,800, 22% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$220,800
22% below 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-Occupied62.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,758
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.25%

Health Metrics: Bennetts Switch vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death12,109/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities265

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Bennetts Switch 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 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation817 ft (249 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density953/sq mi
Coordinates40.5872°N, 86.1099°W
County FIPS18067
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 32.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (2% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.3-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+32.9%
2% below US avg
High School+85.4%
School Test Score6.01
B+ Education Grade (3.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density953/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants201
Retail Stores328

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone93.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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