Median Income
$48,988
35% lower than US avg
Home Value
$88,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
18.8%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$738
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
41.1%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.5%
1% higher than US avg
How Corydon Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,566
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,143/mi²
Male / Female43% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Veterans7.2%
Economy
B+
Median Income$48,988
Per Capita$29,971
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty12.5%
County GDP$316M
Commute15 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$88,800
Rent$738
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$155,371
Rent Burden27.2%
Health
Obesity41.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Elevation1,095 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+18.8%
High School+92.8%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute15 min
Broadband75.8%
Libraries4
Is Corydon a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Corydon receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Corydon offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Corydon is $48,988, 35% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 12.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Corydon is $88,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $738 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
18.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Corydon experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Corydon has a population of 1,566 with a density of 1,143 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.6%), with 1.5% Black.
Population
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 97.6% |
| 24% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.4% |
| 82% below US avg |
The median household income in Corydon is $48,988, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 15 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $48,988 |
| 35% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $29,971 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $968 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,510 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.0% |
| 44% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.5% |
| 1% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 185 |
| County GDP | $316M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 8 |
| Healthcare | 11 |
| Retail | 22 |
| Manufacturing | 5 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,250 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.66% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 14.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 86.5% |
| Public Transit | 0.3% |
| Work from Home | 4.2% |
The median home value in Corydon is $88,800, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $738 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $155,371.
Home Values
| Census Median | $88,800 |
| 68% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $155,371 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $738 |
| 37% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 27.2% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,250 |
| 7% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.66% |
In Corydon, 41.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.1% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Corydon vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 41.1% |
| 28% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.1% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.0% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 26.6% |
| Depression | 23.1% |
| Mental Distress | 19.1% |
| Physical Distress | 13.2% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.2% |
| Premature Death | 8,502/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.2/10 |
| Exercise Access | 35.8% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 11 |
Crime Rates: Corydon vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Corydon has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 22°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
22°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 49.9°F |
| 8% below US avg |
| January Average | 22°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 40.4 inches |
| 6% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,095 ft (334 m) |
| Area | 1.4 sq mi (3.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,143/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.7579°N, 93.3176°W |
| County FIPS | 19185 |