Cedar Grove, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Cedar Grove is a small town in Indiana with a population of 244. Residents earn $60,625 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
244 Population 1,627/sq mi density
$60,625 Median Income $32,055 per capita
$160,900 Home Value
$588 Median Rent 31.5% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$60,625 median income, 3.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$160,900 home value, $588/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,625
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $160,900
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.2%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent $588
49% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.6%
0% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.1%
10% lower than US avg

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

People

Population244
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density1,627/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$60,625
Per Capita$32,055
Unemployment3.6%
Poverty11.1%
County GDP$2,601M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$160,900
Rent$588
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden31.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.6%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.0 in/yr
Elevation598 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.2%
High School+93.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute26 min
Libraries6

Is Cedar Grove a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cedar Grove receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Cedar Grove offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cedar Grove is $60,625, 19% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.6%, indicating a healthy job market. 11.1% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cedar Grove is $160,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $588 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cedar Grove 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 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cedar Grove has a population of 244 with a density of 1,627 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.1%).

Population

244
Total Population
1,627
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.6%
Female 48.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Cedar Grove vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.5%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.5%
89% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Cedar Grove vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cedar Grove is $60,625, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Cedar Grove vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,625
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,055
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$78,449

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.6%
0% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.1%
10% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,198
County GDP$2,601M

Business (County)

Restaurants81
Healthcare139
Retail146
Manufacturing45

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home6.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Cedar Grove is $160,900, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $588 (49% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$160,900
43% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$588
49% below US avg
Rent Burden31.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,239
7% below US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Cedar Grove, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Cedar Grove vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.6%
High Blood Pressure31.6%
Asthma10.9%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking20.0%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress11.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.1%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death8,671/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access56.6%
Healthcare Facilities139

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Cedar Grove 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 45.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.0 inches
19% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation598 ft (182 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,627/sq mi
Coordinates39.3559°N, 84.9371°W
County FIPS18029
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 21.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 20.1%

Winner: Republican by 58.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.2%
37% below US avg
High School+93.6%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density1,627/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities139
Restaurants81
Retail Stores146

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home6.7%

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