Birdseye, IN

Indiana

Birdseye is a small town in Indiana with a population of 325. Residents earn $54,861 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
325 Population 508/sq mi density
$54,861 Median Income $21,486 per capita
$87,100 Home Value $225,512 Zillow
$425 Median Rent 26.4% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$54,861 median income, 4.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$87,100 home value, $425/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,861
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $87,100
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $425
63% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.1%
14% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.3%
17% lower than US avg

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

People

Population325
Median Age31.6 yrs
Density508/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,861
Per Capita$21,486
Unemployment4.1%
Poverty10.3%
County GDP$3,820M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$87,100
Rent$425
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,512
Rent Burden26.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation703 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+85.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Libraries5

Is Birdseye a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Birdseye receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Birdseye offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Birdseye is $54,861, 27% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.1%, indicating a healthy job market. 10.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Birdseye is $87,100, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $425 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Birdseye enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Birdseye has a population of 325 with a density of 508 people per square mile. The median age is 31.6 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

325
Total Population
508
People / sq mi
31.6yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Birdseye vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.0%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.0%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Birdseye vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Birdseye is $54,861, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 10.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Birdseye vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,861
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,486
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$78,733

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.1%
14% above US avg
Poverty Rate10.3%
17% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,392
County GDP$3,820M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare136
Retail217
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Birdseye is $87,100, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $425 (63% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,512.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$87,100
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,512

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$425
63% below US avg
Rent Burden26.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Rate5.40%
In Birdseye, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.1% report depression. 22.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.9%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity22.1%
Depression25.1%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death6,416/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities136

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Birdseye has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density508/sq mi
Coordinates38.3127°N, 86.6985°W
County FIPS18037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+85.7%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density508/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants115
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home2.6%

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