Blooming Grove, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Blooming Grove is a small town in Indiana with a population of 134.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
134 Population 137/sq mi density
$250,700 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $250,700
11% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.4%
32% higher than US avg

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

People

Population134
Median Age65.3 yrs
Density137/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,051
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty16.4%
County GDP$773M
Commute105 min

Housing

Home Value$250,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units60

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation969 ft (295 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute105 min
Broadband75.0%
Libraries2

Is Blooming Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Blooming Grove receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Blooming Grove stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 16.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Blooming Grove is $250,700, 11% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Blooming Grove experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 15.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Blooming Grove has a population of 134 with a density of 137 people per square mile. The median age is 65.3 years, 68% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

134
Total Population
137
People / sq mi
65.3yrs
Median Age
68% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Blooming Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Blooming Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Blooming Grove is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 105 minutes.

Income: Blooming Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,051
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$73,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.4%
32% above US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$773M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare49
Retail63
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,577
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Blooming Grove is $250,700, 11% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$250,700
11% 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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units60
Median Year Built1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,577
2% above US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
Blooming 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 is 45.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.6 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall15.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation969 ft (295 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density137/sq mi
Coordinates39.5089°N, 85.0686°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18047
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.4-point margin. 75.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density137/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants48
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute105.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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