Home Value $157,400

44% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 32.3%

1% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 3.9%

69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population205

Median Age49.0 yrs

Density732/mi²

Male / Female36% / 64%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans83.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$21,341

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty3.9%

County GDP$2,066M

Commute43 min

Housing

Home Value$157,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units59

Rent Burden27.6%

Health

Obesity32.3%

Uninsured6.5%

Smoking15.1%

Depression26.5%

Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain51.0 in/yr

Sunny Days290/yr

Elevation949 ft (289 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+73.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%

Commute43 min

Broadband54.0%

Libraries2

Is Canaan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canaan receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Canaan 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 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canaan is $157,400, 44% 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%. 73.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Canaan enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches, including 12.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Canaan has a population of 205 with a density of 732 people per square mile. The median age is 49.0 years, 26% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

205

Total Population

732

People / sq mi

49.0yrs

Median Age

26% above US avg

0.3mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 35.6%

Female 64.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Canaan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Canaan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canaan is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Canaan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$21,341
Avg Weekly Wage	$978
IRS Avg AGI	$65,883

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	3.9%
	69% below US avg
Establishments (County)	726
County GDP	$2,066M

Business (County)

Restaurants	77
Healthcare	94
Retail	114
Manufacturing	44

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,963
	15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.88%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	42.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Canaan is $157,400, 44% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$157,400
	44% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	27.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	59
Median Year Built	1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,963
	15% below US avg
Effective Rate	1.88%

In Canaan, 32.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.5% of residents lack health insurance. 15.1% are current smokers. 26.5% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	32.3%
	1% above US avg
Diabetes	9.9%
Heart Disease	4.8%
High Blood Pressure	30.6%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	7.5%
Cancer	7.3%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	15.1%
	8% above US avg
Binge Drinking	14.7%
Physical Inactivity	22.4%
Depression	26.5%
Mental Distress	18.1%
Physical Distress	13.0%
Short Sleep	29.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.5%
	24% below US avg
Checkup Rate	71.2%
Dental Visits	55.7%
Premature Death	10,875/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.8/10
Exercise Access	69.3%
Healthcare Facilities	94

Canaan has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	56.0°F
	4% above US avg
January Average	33°F (1°C)
July Average	77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	51.0 inches
	34% above US avg
Snowfall	12.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	949 ft (289 m)
Area	0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density	732/sq mi
Coordinates	38.8654°N, 85.3008°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS	18077

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 36.1-point margin. 54.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67.1%

D 31%

Winner: Republican by 36.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	73.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.01

B+ Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density	732/sq mi
Total Area	0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	54.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	94
Restaurants	77
Retail Stores	114

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	42.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Canaan, IN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Canaan a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Canaan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Canaan vs U.S. Average

Income: Canaan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities