Median Income
$104,464
39% higher than US avg
Home Value
$248,400
12% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$779
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.3%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.6%
83% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.2%
98% lower than US avg
How Earlham Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,406
Median Age43.9 yrs
Density1,480/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Economy
A+
Median Income$104,464
Per Capita$39,300
Unemployment0.6%
Poverty0.2%
County GDP$684M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$248,400
Rent$779
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$357,595
Health
Obesity36.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression21.4%
Heart Disease4.7%
Climate
Avg Temp48°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain34.8 in/yr
Elevation1,098 ft
Education
B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+93.1%
School Score5.73
Community
2024 VoteR 69% / D 30%
Commute27 min
Libraries4
Is Earlham a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Earlham receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Earlham stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Earlham is $104,464, which is significantly higher than the national average — 39% above $75,149. This places Earlham among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.6%. Only 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Earlham is $248,400, 12% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $779 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.
Climate & Weather
Earlham experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 34.8 inches, including 30.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Earlham has a population of 1,406 with a density of 1,480 people per square mile. The median age is 43.9 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 2.1% Hispanic, 2.6% Black.
Population
43.9yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in Earlham is $104,464, which is 39% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $104,464 |
| 39% above US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $39,300 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $965 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $86,906 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.6% |
| 83% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.2% |
| 98% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 566 |
| County GDP | $684M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 24 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 44 |
| Manufacturing | 14 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $5,857 |
| 67% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.36% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.9 min |
| Work from Home | 17.7% |
The median home value in Earlham is $248,400, 12% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $779 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $357,595.
Home Values
| Census Median | $248,400 |
| 12% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $357,595 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $779 |
| 33% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $738 |
| 1 Bedroom | $788 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $989 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,282 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,420 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $5,857 |
| 67% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.36% |
In Earlham, 36.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 21.4% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Earlham vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.3% |
| 13% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.2% |
| Heart Disease | 4.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 28.3% |
| Asthma | 10.0% |
| COPD | 5.2% |
| Stroke | 2.5% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 23.6% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.7% |
| Depression | 21.4% |
| Mental Distress | 16.9% |
| Physical Distress | 11.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 99.6% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 75.4% |
| Premature Death | 6,015/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 9.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 45.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Earlham vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
Safety Score
Earlham has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 20°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 34.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
20°F Jan (-7°C)
73°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 48.1°F |
| 11% below US avg |
| January Average | 20°F (-7°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 34.8 inches |
| 8% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 30.7 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,098 ft (335 m) |
| Area | 1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,480/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.4944°N, 94.1223°W |
| County FIPS | 19121 |