Eckerty, IN

Indiana

Eckerty is a small town in Indiana with a population of 103. Residents earn $35,074 per year, which is 53% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
103 Population 86/sq mi density
$35,074 Median Income $32,636 per capita
N/A Home Value $216,986 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$35,074 median income, 0.0% unemployment
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $35,074
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 25.2%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.4%
57% higher than US avg

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

People

Population103
Median Age64.8 yrs
Density86/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans56.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$35,074
Per Capita$32,636
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty19.4%
County GDP$239M
Commute43 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$216,986

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation745 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.2%
High School+94.2%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute43 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries1

Is Eckerty a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eckerty receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, long commute times. Eckerty offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Eckerty is $35,074, 53% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 19.4% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Eckerty enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Eckerty has a population of 103 with a density of 86 people per square mile. The median age is 64.8 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

103
Total Population
86
People / sq mi
64.8yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Eckerty vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Eckerty vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eckerty is $35,074, which is 53% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 43 minutes.

Income: Eckerty vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$35,074
53% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,636
Avg Weekly Wage$833
IRS Avg AGI$51,121

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.4%
57% above US avg
Establishments (County)171
County GDP$239M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare16
Retail25
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,529
28% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time43.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $216,986.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$216,986

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,529
28% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Eckerty has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 80°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average80°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation745 ft (227 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²)
Population Density86/sq mi
Coordinates38.3220°N, 86.6124°W
County FIPS18025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 25.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.2%
25% below US avg
High School+94.2%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density86/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute43.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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