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Buckskin, IN

Indiana

Buckskin is a small town in Indiana with a population of 54.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
54 Population 81/sq mi density
55°F Avg Temperature 290 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
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population54
Median Age18.8 yrs
Density81/mi²
Male / Female74% / 26%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans39.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$23,144
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,453M
Commute27 min

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation441 ft (134 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+42.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband14.0%
Libraries5

Is Buckskin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Buckskin receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Buckskin 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 27 minutes.

Education

Buckskin is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Buckskin experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Buckskin has a population of 54 with a density of 81 people per square mile. The median age is 18.8 years, 52% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

54
Total Population
81
People / sq mi
18.8yrs
Median Age
52% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 74.1%
Female 25.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Buckskin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Buckskin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Buckskin 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 27 minutes.

Income: Buckskin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$23,144
Avg Weekly Wage$1,305
IRS Avg AGI$65,154

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)800
County GDP$4,453M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare76
Retail116
Manufacturing38

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,658
24% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Buckskin has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation441 ft (134 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density81/sq mi
Coordinates38.2255°N, 87.4148°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18051
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 14.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.8%
D 23.4%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+42.9%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density81/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access14.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities76
Restaurants62
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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