Deer Creek, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Deer Creek is a small town in Indiana with a population of 211. Residents earn $43,371 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
211 Population 1,507/sq mi density
$43,371 Median Income $16,998 per capita
$92,600 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.7 / 5.0
$43,371 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,600 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,371
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,600
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.4%
48% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 42.9%
246% higher than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age32.2 yrs
Density1,507/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

C+
Median Income$43,371
Per Capita$16,998
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty42.9%
County GDP$952M

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.2%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Elevation713 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.4%
High School+91.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
CommuteN/A
Broadband79.0%
Libraries4

Is Deer Creek a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Deer Creek is $43,371, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 42.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Deer Creek is $92,600, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Deer Creek experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 24.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Deer Creek has a population of 211 with a density of 1,507 people per square mile. The median age is 32.2 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%).

Population

211
Total Population
1,507
People / sq mi
32.2yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.9%
Female 44.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Deer Creek vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Deer Creek vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Deer Creek is $43,371, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 42.9% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Deer Creek vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,371
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$16,998
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$67,155

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate42.9%
246% above US avg
Establishments (County)436
County GDP$952M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare29
Retail49
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.59%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Deer Creek is $92,600, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,600
67% below 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-Occupied84.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,396
32% below US avg
Effective Rate2.59%
In Deer Creek, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.2% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Deer Creek vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression28.2%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate78.1%
Premature Death7,473/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access61.8%
Healthcare Facilities29

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Deer Creek has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall24.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation713 ft (217 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,507/sq mi
Coordinates40.6150°N, 86.3904°W
County FIPS18015
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 17.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.1-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.4%
48% below US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,507/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants39
Retail Stores49

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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