Center, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Center is a small town in Indiana with a population of 436. Residents earn $83,569 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
436 Population 484/sq mi density
$83,569 Median Income $32,554 per capita
$239,500 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,569 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$239,500 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,569
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $239,500
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.1%
79% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population436
Median Age47.8 yrs
Density484/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 87%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,569
Per Capita$32,554
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,497M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$239,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation843 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.1%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute11 min
Libraries7

Is Center a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Center receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Center offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Center is $83,569, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Center is $239,500, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.1% 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

Center experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Center has a population of 436 with a density of 484 people per square mile. The median age is 47.8 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.9%).

Population

436
Total Population
484
People / sq mi
47.8yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Center vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Center vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Center is $83,569, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 11 minutes.

Income: Center vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,569
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,554
Avg Weekly Wage$1,200
IRS Avg AGI$61,076

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,913
County GDP$5,497M

Business (County)

Restaurants201
Healthcare265
Retail328
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,758
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.15%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Center is $239,500, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$239,500
15% 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

Owner-Occupied60.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,758
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.15%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death12,109/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.1/10
Exercise Access73.5%
Healthcare Facilities265

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Center has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation843 ft (257 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density484/sq mi
Coordinates40.4368°N, 86.0596°W
County FIPS18067
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (79% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.7%
D 31.5%

Winner: Republican by 35.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.1%
79% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density484/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities265
Restaurants201
Retail Stores328

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.9 min
Work from Home0.0%

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