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Coal City, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Coal City is a small town in Indiana with a population of 138.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
138 Population 383/sq mi density
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.8%
21% lower than US avg

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

People

Population138
Median Age66.4 yrs
Density383/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans37.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$18,859
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.8%
County GDP$1,042M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$199,846
Housing Units82
Rent Burden24.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation654 ft (199 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+61.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute37 min
Broadband48.0%
Libraries1

Is Coal City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coal City receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Coal City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 9.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 61.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Coal City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Coal City has a population of 138 with a density of 383 people per square mile. The median age is 66.4 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

138
Total Population
383
People / sq mi
66.4yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Coal City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coal City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coal City is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Coal City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$18,859
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$62,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.8%
21% below US avg
Establishments (County)529
County GDP$1,042M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare57
Retail83
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,477
58% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone36.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.4%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $199,846.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$199,846

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.7%
Housing Units82
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,477
58% below US avg
Coal City has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation654 ft (199 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density383/sq mi
Coordinates39.2283°N, 87.0443°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 56.9-point margin. 48.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+61.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density383/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access48.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants49
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone36.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.4%

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