Dugger, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Dugger is a small town in Indiana with a population of 731. Residents earn $58,585 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
731 Population 1,239/sq mi density
$58,585 Median Income $31,893 per capita
$79,400 Home Value $138,299 Zillow
$659 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$58,585 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,400 home value, $659/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,585
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,400
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.2%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $659
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population731
Median Age42.4 yrs
Density1,239/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,585
Per Capita$31,893
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$1,163M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,400
Rent$659
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$138,299

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation594 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.2%
High School+90.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute30 min
Libraries6

Is Dugger a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Dugger receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Dugger offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dugger is $58,585, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dugger is $79,400, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $659 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dugger experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dugger has a population of 731 with a density of 1,239 people per square mile. The median age is 42.4 years, 9% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.7%).

Population

731
Total Population
1,239
People / sq mi
42.4yrs
Median Age
9% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.1%
Female 44.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Dugger vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Dugger vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dugger is $58,585, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Dugger vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,585
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$31,893
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$58,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)372
County GDP$1,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare37
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.9 min
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Dugger is $79,400, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $659 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $138,299.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,400
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$138,299

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$100
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio104.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$659
43% 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-Occupied73.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Dugger, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.8%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death9,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access32.8%
Healthcare Facilities37

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Dugger has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation594 ft (181 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,239/sq mi
Coordinates39.0704°N, 87.2590°W
County FIPS18153
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 10.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.2%
70% below US avg
High School+90.6%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,239/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants38
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.9 min
Work from Home1.6%

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