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Cross Plains, IN

Indiana

Cross Plains is a small town in Indiana with a population of 44. Residents earn $46,563 per year, which is 38% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
44 Population 92/sq mi density
$46,563 Median Income $25,582 per capita
57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$46,563 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,563
38% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age46.5 yrs
Density92/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 84%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$46,563
Per Capita$25,582
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$329M
Commute43 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,939
Housing Units40
Rent Burden23.7%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.5 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation951 ft (290 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute43 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries1

Is Cross Plains a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Cross Plains receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Cross Plains stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Cross Plains is $46,563, 38% below 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 43 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%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Cross Plains enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 48.5 inches, including 20.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Cross Plains has a population of 44 with a density of 92 people per square mile. The median age is 46.5 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.1%), with 15.9% Hispanic.

Population

44
Total Population
92
People / sq mi
46.5yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Cross Plains vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Cross Plains vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Cross Plains is $46,563, which is 38% below 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 43 minutes.

Income: Cross Plains vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,563
38% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,582
Avg Weekly Wage$790
IRS Avg AGI$56,825

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)146
County GDP$329M

Business (County)

Restaurants14
Healthcare18
Retail23
Manufacturing8

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,467
30% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,939.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$267,939

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden23.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied28.6%
Housing Units40
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,467
30% below US avg
Cross Plains has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.5 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.6°F
5% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.5 inches
28% above US avg
Snowfall20.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation951 ft (290 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.2 km²)
Population Density92/sq mi
Coordinates38.9393°N, 85.2057°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18155
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 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 57.5-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78%
D 20.5%

Winner: Republican by 57.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density92/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities18
Restaurants14
Retail Stores23

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Drive Alone53.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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