Crandall, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Crandall is a small town in Indiana with a population of 274. Residents earn $43,977 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
274 Population 2,740/sq mi density
$43,977 Median Income $18,971 per capita
$117,000 Home Value
$877 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$43,977 median income, 2.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,000 home value, $877/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,977
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,000
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.6%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $877
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.5%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.9%
19% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.4%
161% higher than US avg

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

People

Population274
Median Age29.9 yrs
Density2,740/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,977
Per Capita$18,971
Unemployment2.9%
Poverty32.4%
County GDP$1,705M
Commute33 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,000
Rent$877
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden38.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation662 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.6%
High School+80.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute33 min
Broadband93.0%
Libraries5

Is Crandall a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crandall receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Crandall offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crandall is $43,977, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.9%. The poverty rate of 32.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crandall is $117,000, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $877 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Crandall enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crandall has a population of 274 with a density of 2,740 people per square mile. The median age is 29.9 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.3%), with 4% Black.

Population

274
Total Population
2,740
People / sq mi
29.9yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.6%
Female 50.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Crandall vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Crandall vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crandall is $43,977, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 32.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 33 minutes.

Income: Crandall vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,977
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,971
Avg Weekly Wage$958
IRS Avg AGI$67,949

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.9%
19% below US avg
Poverty Rate32.4%
161% above US avg
Establishments (County)750
County GDP$1,705M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare84
Retail104
Manufacturing36

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.16%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Crandall is $117,000, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $877 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,000
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$877
25% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,525
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.16%
In Crandall, 42.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.5%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma12.1%
COPD7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity23.2%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.2%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death12,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access41.4%
Healthcare Facilities84

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Safety Score

Crandall has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation662 ft (202 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,740/sq mi
Coordinates38.2881°N, 86.0659°W
County FIPS18061
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 10.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47-point margin. 93.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.6%
D 25.6%

Winner: Republican by 47 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.6%
69% below US avg
High School+80.6%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density2,740/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access93.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants58
Retail Stores104

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)18

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.0 min
Work from Home0.0%

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