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Dale, IN

Indiana

Dale is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,569. Residents earn $58,508 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
1,569 Population 648/sq mi density
$58,508 Median Income $23,244 per capita
$119,200 Home Value $197,175 Zillow
$800 Median Rent 22.3% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$58,508 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$119,200 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,508
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $119,200
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.0%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.4%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,569
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density648/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 86%
Veterans6.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$58,508
Per Capita$23,244
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$3,820M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$119,200
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,175
Housing Units560
Rent Burden22.3%

Health

Obesity40.4%
Uninsured11.5%
Smoking16.0%
Depression26.0%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation454 ft (138 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.0%
High School+81.8%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute25 min
Broadband79.6%
EV Stations1
Libraries5

Is Dale a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dale receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dale offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dale is $58,508, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dale is $119,200, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dale enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dale has a population of 1,569 with a density of 648 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%).

Population

1,569
Total Population
648
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
2.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dale vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only80.6%
3% above US avg
Spanish19.4%
45% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Dale vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dale is $58,508, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Dale vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,508
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$23,244
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$78,733

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,392
County GDP$3,820M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare136
Retail217
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dale is $119,200, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,175.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,200
58% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,175

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below US avg
Rent Burden22.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied70.9%
Housing Units560
Median Year Built1975

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Rate3.94%
In Dale, 40.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.5% of residents lack health insurance. 16.0% are current smokers. 26.0% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.4%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.8%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.0%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression26.0%
Mental Distress18.3%
Physical Distress13.4%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.0%
Uninsured11.5%
34% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death6,416/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities136
Dale has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation454 ft (138 m)
Area2.4 sq mi (6.3 km²)
Population Density648/sq mi
Coordinates38.1849°N, 86.9704°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 10.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.2-point margin. 79.6% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.0%
70% below US avg
High School+81.8%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density648/sq mi
Total Area2.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.6%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants115
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone86.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.0%

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