Chrisney, IN

Indiana

Chrisney is a small town in Indiana with a population of 441. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
441 Population 621/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $28,073 per capita
$96,100 Home Value $222,426 Zillow
$713 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,100 home value, $713/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,100
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent $713
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.3%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.9%
28% lower than US avg

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

People

Population441
Median Age42.1 yrs
Density621/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$28,073
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty8.9%
County GDP$1,298M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,100
Rent$713
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$222,426

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation477 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+85.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute29 min
Libraries6

Is Chrisney a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Chrisney receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Chrisney offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Chrisney is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Chrisney is $96,100, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $713 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Chrisney 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.

Chrisney has a population of 441 with a density of 621 people per square mile. The median age is 42.1 years, 8% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

441
Total Population
621
People / sq mi
42.1yrs
Median Age
8% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Chrisney vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Chrisney vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Chrisney is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Chrisney vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,073
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$68,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.9%
28% below US avg
Establishments (County)502
County GDP$1,298M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare31
Retail70
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,644
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Chrisney is $96,100, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $713 (39% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $222,426.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,100
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$222,426

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$713
39% 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-Occupied73.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,644
24% below US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Chrisney, 40.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.3%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.5%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Chrisney 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

Elevation477 ft (145 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density621/sq mi
Coordinates38.0106°N, 87.0310°W
County FIPS18147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.1%
76% below US avg
High School+85.1%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density621/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants34
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Work from Home10.0%

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