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East Germantown, IN

Indiana

East Germantown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 265. Residents earn $45,357 per year, which is 40% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
265 Population 2,208/sq mi density
$45,357 Median Income $28,691 per capita
$85,700 Home Value $117,120 Zillow
$967 Median Rent 30.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 297 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
$45,357 median income, 2.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$85,700 home value, $967/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,357
40% lower than US avg
Home Value $85,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.3%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $967
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.3%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.0%
44% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population265
Median Age56.6 yrs
Density2,208/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans13.9%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,357
Per Capita$28,691
Unemployment2.0%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$3,815M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$85,700
Rent$967
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$117,120
Housing Units187
Rent Burden30.0%

Health

Obesity38.3%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking21.0%
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation953 ft (290 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.3%
High School+84.9%
Graduate+1.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 65% / D 33%
Commute30 min
Broadband77.1%
Libraries5

Is East Germantown a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in East Germantown is $45,357, 40% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.0%. 10.6% 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 East Germantown is $85,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $967 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

East Germantown 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 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

East Germantown has a population of 265 with a density of 2,208 people per square mile. The median age is 56.6 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.3%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

265
Total Population
2,208
People / sq mi
56.6yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.9%
Female 52.1%

Race & Ethnicity

East Germantown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

East Germantown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in East Germantown is $45,357, which is 40% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: East Germantown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,357
40% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,691
Avg Weekly Wage$982
IRS Avg AGI$56,764

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.0%
44% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,496
County GDP$3,815M

Business (County)

Restaurants143
Healthcare193
Retail250
Manufacturing101

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,084
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.3 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in East Germantown is $85,700, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $967 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $117,120.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$85,700
70% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$117,120

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$967
17% below US avg
Rent Burden30.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.2%
Housing Units187
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,084
12% below US avg
Effective Rate3.60%
In East Germantown, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 21.0% are current smokers. 29.8% report depression. 27.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: East Germantown vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.3%
19% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.2%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.0%
50% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity27.8%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress21.6%
Physical Distress15.2%
Short Sleep39.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits56.6%
Premature Death12,656/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.2/10
Exercise Access76.5%
Healthcare Facilities193
East Germantown has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. The area enjoys 297 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 Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation953 ft (290 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density2,208/sq mi
Coordinates39.8132°N, 85.1370°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18177
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 8.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 32.5-point margin. 77.1% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.4%
D 32.9%

Winner: Republican by 32.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.3%
75% below US avg
High School+84.9%
Graduate Degree+1.5%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density2,208/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.1%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities193
Restaurants143
Retail Stores250

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.3 min
Drive Alone80.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.5%

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