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Bethany, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Bethany is a small town in Indiana with a population of 72. Residents earn $115,625 per year, which is 54% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
72 Population 720/sq mi density
$115,625 Median Income $29,267 per capita
$211,100 Home Value
$850 Median Rent 17.5% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$115,625 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$211,100 home value, $850/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $115,625
54% higher than US avg
Home Value $211,100
25% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.3%
78% lower than US avg
Median Rent $850
27% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.1%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population72
Median Age31.1 yrs
Density720/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans52.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$115,625
Per Capita$29,267
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$3,059M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$211,100
Rent$850
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units24
Rent Burden17.5%

Health

Obesity35.1%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking15.7%
Depression24.7%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation699 ft (213 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.3%
High School+68.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute37 min
Broadband23.0%
Libraries7

Is Bethany a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bethany receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Bethany offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bethany is $115,625, which is significantly higher than the national average — 54% above $75,149. This places Bethany among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.2% 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 Bethany is $211,100, 25% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $850 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bethany experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bethany has a population of 72 with a density of 720 people per square mile. The median age is 31.1 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

72
Total Population
720
People / sq mi
31.1yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bethany vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.4%
16% above US avg
Spanish8.6%
36% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bethany vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bethany is $115,625, which is 54% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Bethany vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$115,625
54% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,267
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$72,454

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,396
County GDP$3,059M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare110
Retail168
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time36.5 min
Drive Alone51.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bethany is $211,100, 25% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $850 (27% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$211,100
25% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$54
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio83.3%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$850
27% below US avg
Rent Burden17.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.3%
Housing Units24
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In Bethany, 35.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 15.7% are current smokers. 24.7% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.1%
9% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure31.1%
Asthma10.1%
COPD6.3%
Cancer6.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.7%
12% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity20.4%
Depression24.7%
Mental Distress17.7%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep33.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.2%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.0%
Dental Visits53.8%
Premature Death8,539/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access68.3%
Healthcare Facilities110
Bethany 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. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. 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)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation699 ft (213 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density720/sq mi
Coordinates39.5338°N, 86.3788°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18109
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 7.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (78% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 23.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.3%
78% below US avg
High School+68.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density720/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access23.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants108
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute36.5 min
Drive Alone51.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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