Burnettsville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Burnettsville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 352. Residents earn $68,500 per year, which is 9% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
352 Population 469/sq mi density
$68,500 Median Income $28,216 per capita
$103,500 Home Value $182,513 Zillow
$833 Median Rent 15.8% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$68,500 median income, 0.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,500 home value, $833/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $68,500
9% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,500
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.4%
89% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population352
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density469/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

A
Median Income$68,500
Per Capita$28,216
Unemployment0.4%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$952M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,500
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$182,513
Rent Burden15.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.0 in/yr
Elevation709 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+96.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute20 min
Broadband68.8%
Libraries4

Is Burnettsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Burnettsville receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Burnettsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Burnettsville is $68,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.4%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate 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 Burnettsville is $103,500, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Burnettsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.0 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Burnettsville has a population of 352 with a density of 469 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%).

Population

352
Total Population
469
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.1%
Female 50.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Burnettsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.5%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.5%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Burnettsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Burnettsville is $68,500, which is 9% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Burnettsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$68,500
9% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,216
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.4%
89% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)436
County GDP$952M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare29
Retail49
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Burnettsville is $103,500, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $182,513.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,500
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$182,513

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden15.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.31%
In Burnettsville, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.5% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.8%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death7,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access61.8%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Burnettsville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.0 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation709 ft (216 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density469/sq mi
Coordinates40.7612°N, 86.5947°W
County FIPS18015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin. 68.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density469/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.8%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants39
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone85.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.6%

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