Crows Nest, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Crows Nest is a small town in Indiana with a population of 109. Residents earn $245,000 per year, which is 226% above the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
109 Population 253/sq mi density
$245,000 Median Income $205,170 per capita
$2,000,001 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$245,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
C
Affordability
2.0 / 5.0
$2,000,001 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
91.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $245,000
226% higher than US avg
Home Value $2,000,001
609% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 91.2%
171% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 29.6%
8% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 22.2%
79% higher than US avg

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

People

Population109
Median Age42.9 yrs
Density253/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$245,000
Per Capita$205,170
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty22.2%
County GDP$135,593M
Commute13 min

Housing

C
Home Value$2,000,001
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity29.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.4%
Heart Disease4.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation772 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+91.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute13 min
Broadband28.0%
Libraries27

Is Crows Nest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Crows Nest receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs, an elevated poverty rate. Crows Nest offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Crows Nest is $245,000, which is significantly higher than the national average — 226% above $75,149. This places Crows Nest among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 22.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Crows Nest is $2,000,001, making it a premium housing market at 609% above the U.S. median of $281,900. With a home price-to-income ratio of 8.2x, housing affordability is a significant challenge for many families.

Education

Crows Nest is a highly educated community — 91.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Crows Nest experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches, including 26.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Crows Nest has a population of 109 with a density of 253 people per square mile. The median age is 42.9 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.4%).

Population

109
Total Population
253
People / sq mi
42.9yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44%
Female 56%

Race & Ethnicity

Crows Nest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.8%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.2%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Crows Nest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Crows Nest is $245,000, which is 226% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 22.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 13 minutes.

Income: Crows Nest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$245,000
226% above US avg
Per Capita Income$205,170
Avg Weekly Wage$1,465
IRS Avg AGI$69,381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate22.2%
79% above US avg
Establishments (County)28,522
County GDP$135,593M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,360
Healthcare2,986
Retail2,866
Manufacturing749

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,878
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.24%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.7 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Crows Nest is $2,000,001, 609% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$2,000,001
609% above 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-Occupied92.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,878
39% above US avg
Effective Rate0.24%
In Crows Nest, 29.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 24.4% report depression. 14.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Crows Nest vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity29.6%
8% below US avg
Diabetes7.8%
Heart Disease4.7%
High Blood Pressure28.8%
Asthma10.1%
COPD4.7%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.0%
Physical Inactivity14.7%
Depression24.4%
Mental Distress14.9%
Physical Distress9.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate76.3%
Checkup Rate72.0%
Premature Death12,610/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities2,986

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)139

Safety Score

Crows Nest has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.7°F
2% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall26.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation772 ft (235 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density253/sq mi
Coordinates39.8565°N, 86.1691°W
County FIPS18097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 91.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (171% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 27.7-point margin. 28.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.3%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 27.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+91.2%
171% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density253/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access28.0%
Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities2,986
Restaurants2,360
Retail Stores2,866

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)139

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.7 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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