Bruceville, IN

Indiana

Bruceville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 445. Residents earn $52,750 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
445 Population 1,309/sq mi density
$52,750 Median Income $28,493 per capita
$86,900 Home Value $200,336 Zillow
$692 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,750 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,900 home value, $692/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,750
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,900
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.9%
59% lower than US avg
Median Rent $692
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.6%
18% higher than US avg

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

People

Population445
Median Age35.5 yrs
Density1,309/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,750
Per Capita$28,493
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty14.6%
County GDP$2,502M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,900
Rent$692
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$200,336

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.8 in/yr
Elevation537 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.9%
High School+92.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Libraries3

Is Bruceville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bruceville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 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. Bruceville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bruceville is $52,750, 30% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 14.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bruceville is $86,900, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $692 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

13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bruceville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bruceville has a population of 445 with a density of 1,309 people per square mile. The median age is 35.5 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.2%).

Population

445
Total Population
1,309
People / sq mi
35.5yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.7%
Female 46.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bruceville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bruceville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bruceville is $52,750, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Bruceville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,750
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,493
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$61,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.6%
18% above US avg
Establishments (County)950
County GDP$2,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare103
Retail153
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.41%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Bruceville is $86,900, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $692 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $200,336.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,900
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$200,336

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$692
40% 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-Occupied78.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Effective Rate3.41%
In Bruceville, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.8% report depression. 19.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure31.4%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity19.4%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.9%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death10,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities103

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Bruceville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.5°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.8 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation537 ft (164 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,309/sq mi
Coordinates38.7580°N, 87.4154°W
County FIPS18083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 13.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (59% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.9%
59% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,309/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants85
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Work from Home1.3%

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