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Cartersburg, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Cartersburg is a small town in Indiana with a population of 67.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
67 Population 216/sq mi density
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
100.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 100.0%
197% higher than US avg
Unemployment 51.5%
1331% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population67
Median Age14.0 yrs
Density216/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans33.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment51.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$10,412M
Commute12 min

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation778 ft (237 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+100.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute12 min
Broadband16.0%
Libraries6

Is Cartersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cartersburg receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Cartersburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

At 51.5%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

Cartersburg is a highly educated community — 100.0% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cartersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cartersburg has a population of 67 with a density of 216 people per square mile. The median age is 14.0 years, 64% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

67
Total Population
216
People / sq mi
14.0yrs
Median Age
64% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.3%
Female 50.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Cartersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Cartersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cartersburg is N/A. The unemployment rate is 51.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 12 minutes.

Income: Cartersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$87,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment51.5%
1331% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,317
County GDP$10,412M

Business (County)

Restaurants370
Healthcare401
Retail474
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Cartersburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.3°F
1% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.8 inches
21% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation778 ft (237 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density216/sq mi
Coordinates39.6988°N, 86.4664°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 100.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (197% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.5-point margin. 16.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+100.0%
197% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density216/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access16.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities401
Restaurants370
Retail Stores474

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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