Canton, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Canton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 144. Residents earn $72,000 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
144 Population 327/sq mi density
$72,000 Median Income $36,365 per capita
$122,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$72,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,100 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,000
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,100
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.3%
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.9%
61% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age78.0 yrs
Density327/mi²
Male / Female38% / 63%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans13.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,000
Per Capita$36,365
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty4.9%
County GDP$1,000M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,100
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation859 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.3%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband58.0%
Libraries1

Is Canton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Canton receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Canton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Canton is $72,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Canton is $122,100, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.3% 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

Canton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Canton has a population of 144 with a density of 327 people per square mile. The median age is 78.0 years, 101% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84%), with 16% Hispanic.

Population

144
Total Population
327
People / sq mi
78.0yrs
Median Age
101% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 37.5%
Female 62.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Canton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Canton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Canton is $72,000, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Canton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,000
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,365
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$57,485

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.9%
61% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$1,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare60
Retail75
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,609
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Canton is $122,100, 57% below the national average. 100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,100
57% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,609
25% below US avg
Effective Rate2.14%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death13,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access32.0%
Healthcare Facilities60

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Canton has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation859 ft (262 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density327/sq mi
Coordinates38.6259°N, 86.0350°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18175
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.8-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 54.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.3%
28% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density327/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants33
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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