Brazil, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Brazil is a small city in Indiana with a population of 8,064. Residents earn $49,331 per year, which is 34% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
8,064 Population 2,185/sq mi density
$49,331 Median Income $29,229 per capita
$105,900 Home Value $182,015 Zillow
$824 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$49,331 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,900 home value, $824/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $49,331
34% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,900
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $824
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.8%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population8,064
Median Age40.8 yrs
Density2,185/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$49,331
Per Capita$29,229
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$1,042M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,900
Rent$824
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,015

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity44.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.8%
Heart Disease6.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation647 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+83.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute31 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1

Is Brazil a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Brazil receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Brazil offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Brazil is $49,331, 34% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Brazil is $105,900, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $824 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Brazil experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Brazil has a population of 8,064 with a density of 2,185 people per square mile. The median age is 40.8 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%).

Population

8,064
Total Population
2,185
People / sq mi
40.8yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Brazil vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Brazil vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Brazil is $49,331, which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Brazil vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$49,331
34% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,229
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$62,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)529
County GDP$1,042M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare57
Retail83
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,477
58% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.9 min
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Brazil is $105,900, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $824 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,015.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,900
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$182,015
Median List Price$115,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$115,000
$/Sq Ft$96
Homes Sold6
Sale-to-List Ratio99.6%
Price Drops40.0%
Inventory15

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$824
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied65.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,477
58% below US avg
Effective Rate1.39%
In Brazil, 44.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.8% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.8%
40% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.6%
High Blood Pressure37.7%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression28.8%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death9,097/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access53.0%
Healthcare Facilities57

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Brazil 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 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation647 ft (197 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.6 km²)
Population Density2,185/sq mi
Coordinates39.5224°N, 87.1245°W
County FIPS18021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.7%
71% below US avg
High School+83.5%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,185/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations5
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants49
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.9 min
Work from Home1.0%

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