Donaldson, IN

Indiana

Donaldson is a small town in Indiana with a population of 44.

2.6 /5.0
C+ Fair
44 Population 90/sq mi density
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.6 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 20.5%
39% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population44
Median Age66.5 yrs
Density90/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans44.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$53,241
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,376M
Commute52 min

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation781 ft (238 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute52 min
Broadband20.0%
Libraries5

Is Donaldson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Donaldson receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Donaldson has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Donaldson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 54.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Donaldson has a population of 44 with a density of 90 people per square mile. The median age is 66.5 years, 71% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

44
Total Population
90
People / sq mi
66.5yrs
Median Age
71% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Donaldson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Donaldson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Donaldson is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 52 minutes.

Income: Donaldson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$53,241
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$69,578

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,155
County GDP$2,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare96
Retail163
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,139
18% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time52.0 min
Drive Alone43.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.3%

Walkability

Donaldson has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall54.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density90/sq mi
Coordinates41.3621°N, 86.4436°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 20.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (39% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.4-point margin. 20.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.5%
39% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density90/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access20.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants92
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute52.0 min
Drive Alone43.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home56.3%

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