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Dunreith, IN

Indiana

Dunreith is a small town in Indiana with a population of 196. Residents earn $59,375 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
196 Population 1,633/sq mi density
$59,375 Median Income $35,433 per capita
$99,000 Home Value
$1,250 Median Rent 18.6% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$59,375 median income, 6.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$99,000 home value, $1,250/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,375
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $99,000
65% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.1%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,250
7% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.2%
72% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.0%
84% lower than US avg

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

People

Population196
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density1,633/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans7.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$59,375
Per Capita$35,433
Unemployment6.2%
Poverty2.0%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$99,000
Rent$1,250
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units85
Rent Burden18.6%

Health

Obesity41.9%
Uninsured8.1%
Smoking16.1%
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.1%
High School+89.4%
Graduate+1.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute34 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries5

Is Dunreith a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Dunreith is $59,375, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.2% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Dunreith is $99,000, 65% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,250 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Dunreith experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Dunreith has a population of 196 with a density of 1,633 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 (99.5%).

Population

196
Total Population
1,633
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Dunreith vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Dunreith vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Dunreith is $59,375, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.2% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Dunreith vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,375
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$35,433
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$58,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.2%
72% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.0%
84% below US avg
Establishments (County)893
County GDP$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare95
Retail138
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time33.7 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Dunreith is $99,000, 65% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,250 (7% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$99,000
65% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,250
7% above US avg
Rent Burden18.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied69.0%
Housing Units85
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Dunreith, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.1% of residents lack health insurance. 16.1% are current smokers. 28.0% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.1%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.1%
15% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.3%
Short Sleep41.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.4%
Uninsured8.1%
6% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death10,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities95
Dunreith has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,042 ft (318 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,633/sq mi
Coordinates39.8028°N, 85.4366°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.1%
82% below US avg
High School+89.4%
Graduate Degree+1.4%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,633/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants80
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute33.7 min
Drive Alone96.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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