Celestine, IN

Indiana

Celestine is a small town in Indiana with a population of 398. Residents earn $150,270 per year, which is 100% above the national average.

4.6 /5.0
A+ Excellent
398 Population 948/sq mi density
$150,270 Median Income $55,028 per capita
$237,800 Home Value $292,191 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.6 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$150,270 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$237,800 home value
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $150,270
100% higher than US avg
Home Value $237,800
16% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.6%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.3%
1% lower than US avg

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

People

Population398
Median Age51.2 yrs
Density948/mi²
Male / Female52% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$150,270
Per Capita$55,028
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty12.3%
County GDP$3,820M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$237,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$292,191

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation667 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.6%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Broadband95.3%
Libraries5

Is Celestine a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Celestine receives an overall livability score of 4.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Celestine stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Celestine is $150,270, which is significantly higher than the national average — 100% above $75,149. This places Celestine among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 12.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Celestine is $237,800, 16% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Celestine enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Celestine has a population of 398 with a density of 948 people per square mile. The median age is 51.2 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

398
Total Population
948
People / sq mi
51.2yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.5%
Female 48.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Celestine vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Celestine vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Celestine is $150,270, which is 100% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Celestine vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$150,270
100% above US avg
Per Capita Income$55,028
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$78,733

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate12.3%
1% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,392
County GDP$3,820M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare136
Retail217
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.98%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.6 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Celestine is $237,800, 16% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $292,191.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$237,800
16% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$292,191

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

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Rate1.98%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,416/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities136

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Celestine has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation667 ft (203 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density948/sq mi
Coordinates38.3865°N, 86.7732°W
County FIPS18037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 39.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (18% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.2-point margin. 95.3% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.6%
18% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density948/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.3%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants115
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.6 min
Drive Alone73.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.1%

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