Denver, IN

Indiana

Denver is a small town in Indiana with a population of 549. Residents earn $70,000 per year, which is 7% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
549 Population 2,288/sq mi density
$70,000 Median Income $25,757 per capita
$92,400 Home Value $184,621 Zillow
$638 Median Rent
51°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
$70,000 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,400 home value, $638/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,000
7% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,400
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.5%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $638
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.4%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.5%
23% lower than US avg

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

People

Population549
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density2,288/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,000
Per Capita$25,757
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty9.5%
County GDP$1,291M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,400
Rent$638
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,621

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation703 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.5%
High School+93.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute36 min
Libraries2

Is Denver a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Denver receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Denver offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Denver is $70,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. 9.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Denver is $92,400, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $638 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Denver experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Denver has a population of 549 with a density of 2,288 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

549
Total Population
2,288
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Denver vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only87.1%
11% above US avg
Spanish12.9%
4% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Denver vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Denver is $70,000, which is 7% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Denver vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,000
7% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,757
Avg Weekly Wage$956
IRS Avg AGI$52,970

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.5%
23% below US avg
Establishments (County)637
County GDP$1,291M

Business (County)

Restaurants56
Healthcare50
Retail91
Manufacturing31

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,904
46% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.6 min
Work from Home3.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Denver is $92,400, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $638 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,621.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,400
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,621

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$638
45% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,904
46% below US avg
Effective Rate2.06%
In Denver, 41.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 24.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.4%
29% above US avg
Diabetes10.7%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure33.2%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity24.2%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.8%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,509/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access59.8%
Healthcare Facilities50

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Denver has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.3 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall19.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation703 ft (214 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density2,288/sq mi
Coordinates40.8648°N, 86.0771°W
County FIPS18103
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 9.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 21.8%

Winner: Republican by 54.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.5%
72% below US avg
High School+93.4%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,288/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities50
Restaurants56
Retail Stores91

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.6 min
Work from Home3.3%

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