Brazil, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Clay County County
Brazil, IN
At a Glance
How Brazil Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Brazil's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Brazil a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Brazil residents earn a median household income of $49,331 , which is 34% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $29,229. The unemployment rate stands at 5.2% (44% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 529 business establishments, including 49 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Brazil is $105,900 , 62% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $196,138. Median rent is $824/month, with 24.6% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1964.
Safety & Crime
Brazil reports 644 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 70% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,872/100K.
Education
9.7% of adults in Brazil hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below the national average). 83.5% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.1/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Brazil has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches.