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Chili, IN

Indiana

Chili is a small town in Indiana with a population of 48.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
48 Population 240/sq mi density
$59,100 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 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
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $59,100
79% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48
Median Age61.2 yrs
Density240/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans48.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$42,288
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,291M
Commute30 min

Housing

Home Value$59,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units61
Rent Burden26.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation710 ft (216 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute30 min
Broadband29.0%
Libraries2

Is Chili a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chili receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Chili stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chili is $59,100, 79% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% 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

Chili experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Chili has a population of 48 with a density of 240 people per square mile. The median age is 61.2 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

48
Total Population
240
People / sq mi
61.2yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.8%
Female 56.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Chili vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chili vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chili is N/A. 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 30 minutes.

Income: Chili vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$42,288
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$52,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)637
County GDP$1,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare50
Retail91
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,904
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.22%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chili is $59,100, 79% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$59,100
79% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.1%

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%
Housing Units61
Median Year Built1958

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,904
46% below US avg
Effective Rate3.22%
Chili has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation710 ft (216 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density240/sq mi
Coordinates40.8628°N, 86.0290°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.6-point margin. 29.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 54.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density240/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access29.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants56
Retail Stores91

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.4 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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