Bremen, IN

Indiana

Bremen is a small town in Indiana with a population of 4,660. Residents earn $54,375 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
4,660 Population 1,647/sq mi density
$54,375 Median Income $28,683 per capita
$195,500 Home Value $269,498 Zillow
$917 Median Rent 30.9% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
585 Violent Crime/100K 1,407 property/100K
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$54,375 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$195,500 home value, $917/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
585 violent crimes/100K (54% above avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,375
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $195,500
31% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 585/100K
54% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.6%
36% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.6%
42% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.2%
18% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,660
Median Age38.9 yrs
Density1,647/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 79%
Veterans5.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,375
Per Capita$28,683
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.2%
County GDP$2,376M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$195,500
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$269,498
Rent Burden30.9%

Crime

F
Violent585/100K
Property1,407/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault520/100K
Burglary217/100K

Health

Obesity45.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation851 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.6%
High School+76.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute17 min
Broadband75.9%
Libraries5

Is Bremen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bremen receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include elevated crime rates, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bremen offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bremen is $54,375, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bremen is $195,500, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Safety & Crime

The violent crime rate of 585 per 100,000 is above the national average of 380 — something for prospective residents to consider. Property crime occurs at a rate of 1,407 per 100,000, 28% below the national average.

Education

21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bremen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 54.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bremen has a population of 4,660 with a density of 1,647 people per square mile. The median age is 38.9 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (78.8%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

4,660
Total Population
1,647
People / sq mi
38.9yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
2.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.6%
Female 51.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Bremen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only77.6%
1% below US avg
Spanish22.4%
67% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Bremen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bremen is $54,375, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Bremen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,375
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,683
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$69,578

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.2%
18% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,155
County GDP$2,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare96
Retail163
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,139
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.5 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Bremen is $195,500, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $269,498.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$195,500
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$269,498
Median List Price$285,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$285,000
$/Sq Ft$139
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden30.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,139
18% above US avg
Effective Rate2.12%
In Bremen, 45.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 31.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.6%
42% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.0%
Physical Inactivity31.2%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate75.8%
Premature Death9,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access63.3%
Healthcare Facilities96
Bremen has a violent crime rate of 585 per 100,000 residents, 54% above the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 1,407 per 100,000 (28% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent584.5/100K
54% above US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape65.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault519.6/100K

Property Crime

Total Property1,407.2/100K
28% below US avg
Burglary216.5/100K
Theft1,082.5/100K
Vehicle Theft108.3/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Bremen has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall54.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation851 ft (259 m)
Area2.8 sq mi (7.3 km²)
Population Density1,647/sq mi
Coordinates41.4488°N, 86.1507°W
County FIPS18099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (36% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.4-point margin. 75.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.6%
36% below US avg
High School+76.6%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,647/sq mi
Total Area2.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.9%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants92
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.5 min
Drive Alone85.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.0%

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