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Bunker Hill, IN

Indiana

Bunker Hill is a small town in Indiana with a population of 956. Residents earn $46,389 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
956 Population 2,451/sq mi density
$46,389 Median Income $25,755 per capita
$85,400 Home Value $185,601 Zillow
$632 Median Rent 21.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$46,389 median income, 5.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,400 home value, $632/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,389
38% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,400
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.2%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $632
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population956
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density2,451/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans8.5%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,389
Per Capita$25,755
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$1,291M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,400
Rent$632
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$185,601
Housing Units506
Rent Burden21.6%

Health

Obesity43.8%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking19.6%
Depression28.7%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation816 ft (249 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.2%
High School+85.8%
Graduate+2.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.4%
EV Stations2
Libraries2

Is Bunker Hill a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Bunker Hill receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Bunker Hill offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Bunker Hill is $46,389, 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Bunker Hill is $85,400, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $632 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Bunker Hill experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Bunker Hill has a population of 956 with a density of 2,451 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 3% Black.

Population

956
Total Population
2,451
People / sq mi
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Bunker Hill vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Bunker Hill vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Bunker Hill is $46,389, which is 38% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Bunker Hill vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,389
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,755
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$52,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.5%
53% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)637
County GDP$1,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare50
Retail91
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,904
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.23%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Bunker Hill is $85,400, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $632 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $185,601.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,400
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$185,601

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$632
46% below US avg
Rent Burden21.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.8%
Housing Units506
Median Year Built1971

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,904
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.23%
In Bunker Hill, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 19.6% are current smokers. 28.7% report depression. 27.0% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Bunker Hill vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.2%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking19.6%
40% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity27.0%
Depression28.7%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.9%
Short Sleep37.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.9%
Dental Visits56.0%
Premature Death10,509/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access59.8%
Healthcare Facilities50
Bunker Hill has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation816 ft (249 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,451/sq mi
Coordinates40.6601°N, 86.1014°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.6-point margin. 79.4% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 54.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.2%
67% below US avg
High School+85.8%
Graduate Degree+2.9%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,451/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.4%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants56
Retail Stores91

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone92.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.2%

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