Cromwell, IN

Indiana

Cromwell is a small town in Indiana with a population of 703. Residents earn $48,500 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
703 Population 2,130/sq mi density
$48,500 Median Income $20,876 per capita
$111,800 Home Value $225,141 Zillow
$838 Median Rent 28.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.4 / 5.0
$48,500 median income, 9.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$111,800 home value, $838/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,500
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $111,800
60% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.5%
69% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.2%
28% higher than US avg
Unemployment 9.1%
153% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population703
Median Age27.8 yrs
Density2,130/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 73%
Veterans8.3%

Economy

C
Median Income$48,500
Per Capita$20,876
Unemployment9.1%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$2,553M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$111,800
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,141
Rent Burden28.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.0%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation952 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.5%
High School+80.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute21 min
Broadband89.1%
Libraries6

Is Cromwell a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cromwell is $48,500, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 9.1%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Cromwell is $111,800, 60% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cromwell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 47.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cromwell has a population of 703 with a density of 2,130 people per square mile. The median age is 27.8 years, 29% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (73%).

Population

703
Total Population
2,130
People / sq mi
27.8yrs
Median Age
29% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Cromwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only76.7%
2% below US avg
Spanish23.3%
74% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Cromwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cromwell is $48,500, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 9.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Cromwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,500
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$20,876
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$64,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment9.1%
153% above US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)983
County GDP$2,553M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare82
Retail133
Manufacturing127

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,487
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.12%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.3 min
Drive Alone62.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Cromwell is $111,800, 60% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,141.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$111,800
60% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,141

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden28.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied36.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,487
0% below US avg
Effective Rate3.12%
In Cromwell, 41.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.0% report depression. 29.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.2%
28% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.2%
Asthma11.1%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity29.1%
Depression25.0%
Mental Distress19.3%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death8,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities82

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Cromwell has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall47.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation952 ft (290 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density2,130/sq mi
Coordinates41.4033°N, 85.6143°W
County FIPS18113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 10.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin. 89.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.5%
69% below US avg
High School+80.1%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,130/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access89.1%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants73
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.3 min
Drive Alone62.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.5%

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