Dana, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Dana is a small town in Indiana with a population of 650. Residents earn $53,005 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
650 Population 2,241/sq mi density
$53,005 Median Income $28,140 per capita
$53,900 Home Value $127,803 Zillow
$759 Median Rent 19.5% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$53,005 median income, 4.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$53,900 home value, $759/mo rent
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,005
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $53,900
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.7%
77% lower than US avg
Median Rent $759
35% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.5%
25% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.4%
40% lower than US avg

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

People

Population650
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density2,241/mi²
Male / Female48% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,005
Per Capita$28,140
Unemployment4.5%
Poverty7.4%
County GDP$1,134M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$53,900
Rent$759
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,803
Rent Burden19.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation640 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.7%
High School+92.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute32 min
Libraries2

Is Dana a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dana receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dana offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dana is $53,005, 29% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dana is $53,900, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $759 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dana experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dana has a population of 650 with a density of 2,241 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%).

Population

650
Total Population
2,241
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.5%
Female 52.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Dana vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dana vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dana is $53,005, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Dana vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,005
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,140
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$59,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.5%
25% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.4%
40% below US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$1,134M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare24
Retail47
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dana is $53,900, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $759 (35% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,803.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$53,900
81% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,803

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$759
35% below US avg
Rent Burden19.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate5.10%
In Dana, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 23.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity23.8%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.3%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death10,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities24

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Dana has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation640 ft (195 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density2,241/sq mi
Coordinates39.8073°N, 87.4945°W
County FIPS18165
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 7.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.7%
77% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,241/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants28
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home0.0%

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