Coalmont, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Coalmont is a small town in Indiana with a population of 290. Residents earn $77,054 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
290 Population 193/sq mi density
$77,054 Median Income $32,502 per capita
$121,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$77,054 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$121,600 home value
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,054
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $121,600
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.5%
57% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.8%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population290
Median Age36.9 yrs
Density193/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 69%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$77,054
Per Capita$32,502
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,163M
Commute44 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$121,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation611 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.5%
High School+95.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute44 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries6

Is Coalmont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Coalmont receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Coalmont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Coalmont is $77,054, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. 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 44 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Coalmont is $121,600, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Coalmont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Coalmont has a population of 290 with a density of 193 people per square mile. The median age is 36.9 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (68.6%).

Population

290
Total Population
193
People / sq mi
36.9yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Coalmont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Coalmont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Coalmont is $77,054, which is 3% 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 44 minutes.

Income: Coalmont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,054
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$32,502
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$58,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)372
County GDP$1,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare37
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.43%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time44.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Coalmont is $121,600, 57% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$121,600
57% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Rate1.43%
In Coalmont, 41.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 25.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.8%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity25.0%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.1%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death9,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access32.8%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Coalmont 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. 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)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.9 km²)
Population Density193/sq mi
Coordinates39.1896°N, 87.2195°W
County FIPS18153
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 14.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.5%
57% below US avg
High School+95.5%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density193/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants38
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute44.1 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Nearby Cities

Compare Coalmont with another city: