Median Income
$51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value
$53,900
81% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
36.7%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
12.6%
2% higher than US avg
How Edwardsport Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population357
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,275/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans5.6%
Economy
B+
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$24,599
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$2,274M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$53,900
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$121,605
Rent Burden26.7%
Health
Obesity36.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Elevation480 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+85.9%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute24 min
Broadband78.2%
Libraries2
Is Edwardsport a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Edwardsport receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Edwardsport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Edwardsport is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Edwardsport is $53,900, 81% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Edwardsport experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Edwardsport has a population of 357 with a density of 1,275 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.2%).
Population
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Edwardsport vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Edwardsport vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Edwardsport is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Edwardsport vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $51,250 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,599 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $955 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $70,620 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 12.6% |
| 2% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 978 |
| County GDP | $2,274M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 63 |
| Healthcare | 74 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 112 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,847 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 5.28% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 85.1% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
The median home value in Edwardsport is $53,900, 81% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $121,605.
Home Values
| Census Median | $53,900 |
| 81% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $121,605 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $950 |
| 18% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 26.7% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,847 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 5.28% |
In Edwardsport, 36.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 22.7% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Edwardsport vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 36.7% |
| 14% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.2% |
| Asthma | 11.1% |
| COPD | 7.4% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.7% |
| Depression | 26.4% |
| Mental Distress | 19.0% |
| Physical Distress | 13.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 91.1% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 77.8% |
| Premature Death | 7,724/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 74 |
Crime Rates: Edwardsport vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 6 |
Safety Score
Edwardsport has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
76°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 54.4°F |
| 1% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 76°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.4 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 15.1 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 480 ft (146 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,275/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.8126°N, 87.2513°W |
| County FIPS | 18027 |