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Buck Creek, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Buck Creek is a small town in Indiana with a population of 75.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
75 Population 625/sq mi density
$109,600 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $109,600
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 25.4%
21% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population75
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density625/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 75%
Veterans75.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,365
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$13,689M
Commute17 min

Housing

Home Value$109,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units58
Rent Burden33.2%

Health

Obesity25.4%
Uninsured5.9%
Smoking11.5%
Depression24.3%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation661 ft (201 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 49%
Commute17 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries5

Is Buck Creek a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buck Creek receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Buck Creek 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%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Buck Creek is $109,600, 61% 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%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Buck Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Buck Creek has a population of 75 with a density of 625 people per square mile. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (74.7%), with 25.3% Hispanic.

Population

75
Total Population
625
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41.3%
Female 58.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Buck Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Buck Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buck Creek is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Buck Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,365
Avg Weekly Wage$1,176
IRS Avg AGI$73,665

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,253
County GDP$13,689M

Business (County)

Restaurants478
Healthcare475
Retail519
Manufacturing128

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,805
9% above US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate3.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.0 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Buck Creek is $109,600, 61% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$109,600
61% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden33.2%

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 Units58
Median Year Built1995

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,805
9% above US avg
Effective Rate3.47%
In Buck Creek, 25.4% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 5.9% of residents lack health insurance. 11.5% are current smokers. 24.3% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Buck Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity25.4%
21% below US avg
Diabetes7.5%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure26.1%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.9%
Cancer6.6%
Stroke2.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking11.5%
18% below US avg
Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression24.3%
Mental Distress16.4%
Physical Distress10.0%
Short Sleep32.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured5.9%
31% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,428
Dentists1:1,868
Mental Health1:526
Checkup Rate74.9%
Dental Visits67.0%
Premature Death7,581/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access80.9%
Healthcare Facilities475
Buck Creek has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.4°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.0 inches
3% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation661 ft (201 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density625/sq mi
Coordinates40.4875°N, 86.7622°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18157
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 0.1-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 49.1%
D 49%

Winner: Republican by 0.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density625/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities475
Restaurants478
Retail Stores519

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.0 min
Drive Alone64.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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