Carlisle, IN

Indiana

Carlisle is a small town in Indiana with a population of 610. Residents earn $52,143 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
610 Population 1,173/sq mi density
$52,143 Median Income $24,232 per capita
$59,500 Home Value $148,460 Zillow
$803 Median Rent 21.3% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$52,143 median income, 3.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$59,500 home value, $803/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,143
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $59,500
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.8%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent $803
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.1%
14% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.0%
29% higher than US avg

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

People

Population610
Median Age38.1 yrs
Density1,173/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.2%

Economy

B
Median Income$52,143
Per Capita$24,232
Unemployment3.1%
Poverty16.0%
County GDP$2,502M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$59,500
Rent$803
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,460
Rent Burden21.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Elevation520 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.8%
High School+97.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Broadband71.5%
Libraries3

Is Carlisle a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Carlisle is $52,143, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.1%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Carlisle is $59,500, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $803 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Carlisle experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Carlisle has a population of 610 with a density of 1,173 people per square mile. The median age is 38.1 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%), with 1.6% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

610
Total Population
1,173
People / sq mi
38.1yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.1%
Female 55.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Carlisle vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Carlisle vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Carlisle is $52,143, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Carlisle vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,143
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,232
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$61,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.1%
14% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.0%
29% above US avg
Establishments (County)950
County GDP$2,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare103
Retail153
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.2 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Carlisle is $59,500, 79% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $803 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,460.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,500
79% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,460

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$803
31% below US avg
Rent Burden21.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Effective Rate4.98%
In Carlisle, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 26.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.9%
Asthma11.4%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.7%
Physical Inactivity26.0%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress14.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death10,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities103

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Carlisle has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
20% above US avg
Snowfall15.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation520 ft (158 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,173/sq mi
Coordinates38.9608°N, 87.4014°W
County FIPS18083
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 9.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (71% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.4-point margin. 71.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.8%
71% below US avg
High School+97.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,173/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants85
Retail Stores153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.2 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.9%

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