Earl Park, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Earl Park is a small town in Indiana with a population of 334. Residents earn $63,333 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
334 Population 363/sq mi density
$63,333 Median Income $60,827 per capita
$89,100 Home Value $183,328 Zillow
$917 Median Rent 17.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,333 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$89,100 home value, $917/mo rent
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
13.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,333
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $89,100
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.0%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $917
21% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population334
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density363/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans7.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,333
Per Capita$60,827
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$623M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$89,100
Rent$917
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$183,328
Rent Burden17.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation786 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.0%
High School+87.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute28 min
Broadband85.9%
Libraries6

Is Earl Park a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Earl Park 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 high obesity rates. Earl Park offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Earl Park is $63,333, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Earl Park is $89,100, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $917 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

13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Earl Park experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Earl Park has a population of 334 with a density of 363 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

334
Total Population
363
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.2%
Female 54.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Earl Park vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Earl Park vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Earl Park is $63,333, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Earl Park vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,333
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$60,827
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$61,687

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)213
County GDP$623M

Business (County)

Restaurants9
Healthcare13
Retail25
Manufacturing10

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.36%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.8 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Earl Park is $89,100, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $917 (21% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $183,328.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$89,100
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$183,328

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$917
21% below US avg
Rent Burden17.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,100
40% below US avg
Effective Rate2.36%
In Earl Park, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Earl Park vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity26.6%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.3%
Physical Distress14.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.9%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death10,602/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access48.5%
Healthcare Facilities13

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Earl Park has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. 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

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation786 ft (240 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.4 km²)
Population Density363/sq mi
Coordinates40.6856°N, 87.4201°W
County FIPS18007
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 13.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.1-point margin. 85.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.7%
D 25.5%

Winner: Republican by 47.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.0%
61% below US avg
High School+87.8%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density363/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.9%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities13
Restaurants9
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.8 min
Drive Alone75.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home7.9%

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