Chandler, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Chandler is a small town in Indiana with a population of 3,935. Residents earn $63,681 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
3,935 Population 1,352/sq mi density
$63,681 Median Income $30,932 per capita
$128,200 Home Value $210,579 Zillow
$893 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$63,681 median income, 6.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$128,200 home value, $893/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,681
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $128,200
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.9%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $893
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.7%
86% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,935
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density1,352/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B
Median Income$63,681
Per Capita$30,932
Unemployment6.7%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$3,188M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$128,200
Rent$893
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,579

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr

Education

C+
Bachelor's+18.9%
High School+91.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute23 min
Libraries8

Is Chandler a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chandler receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Chandler offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chandler is $63,681, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.7% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chandler is $128,200, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $893 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Chandler enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Chandler has a population of 3,935 with a density of 1,352 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.2%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

3,935
Total Population
1,352
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Chandler vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Chandler vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chandler is $63,681, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Chandler vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,681
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,932
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$97,604

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.7%
86% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,397
County GDP$3,188M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare194
Retail142
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,230
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.0 min
Work from Home7.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Chandler is $128,200, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $893 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,579.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$128,200
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,579
Median List Price$239,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$239,900
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio97.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$893
23% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,230
21% above US avg
Effective Rate3.30%
In Chandler, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.7%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death7,350/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities194

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Chandler has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area2.9 sq mi (7.5 km²)
Population Density1,352/sq mi
Coordinates38.0373°N, 87.3741°W
County FIPS18173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.9%
44% below US avg
High School+91.9%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,352/sq mi
Total Area2.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities194
Restaurants87
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.0 min
Work from Home7.7%

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