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Elberfeld, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Elberfeld is a small town in Indiana with a population of 958. Residents earn $101,964 per year, which is 36% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
958 Population 3,090/sq mi density
$101,964 Median Income $31,366 per capita
$161,900 Home Value $272,059 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 22.1% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$101,964 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$161,900 home value, $625/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $101,964
36% higher than US avg
Home Value $161,900
43% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.0%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.5%
11% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.0%
68% lower than US avg

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

People

Population958
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density3,090/mi²
Male / Female43% / 58%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans8.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$101,964
Per Capita$31,366
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty4.0%
County GDP$3,188M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$161,900
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$272,059
Housing Units311
Rent Burden22.1%

Health

Obesity35.5%
Uninsured7.4%
Smoking15.9%
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F (14°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation479 ft (146 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.0%
High School+93.9%
Graduate+4.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 64% / D 34%
Commute27 min
Broadband94.9%
Libraries8

Is Elberfeld a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elberfeld receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Elberfeld stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elberfeld is $101,964, which is significantly higher than the national average — 36% above $75,149. This places Elberfeld among higher-income communities. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 4.0% 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 Elberfeld is $161,900, 43% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Elberfeld enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Elberfeld has a population of 958 with a density of 3,090 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (85.4%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

958
Total Population
3,090
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 42.5%
Female 57.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Elberfeld vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elberfeld vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elberfeld is $101,964, which is 36% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Elberfeld vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$101,964
36% above US avg
Per Capita Income$31,366
Avg Weekly Wage$1,139
IRS Avg AGI$97,604

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.0%
68% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,397
County GDP$3,188M

Business (County)

Restaurants87
Healthcare194
Retail142
Manufacturing42

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,230
21% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Elberfeld is $161,900, 43% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $272,059.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$161,900
43% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$272,059

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden22.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied96.9%
Housing Units311
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,230
21% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Elberfeld, 35.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.4% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 27.4% report depression. 22.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.5%
11% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure31.5%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.1%
Physical Inactivity22.2%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress12.6%
Short Sleep38.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.0%
Uninsured7.4%
14% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits64.1%
Premature Death7,350/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access78.3%
Healthcare Facilities194
Elberfeld has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation479 ft (146 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density3,090/sq mi
Coordinates38.1617°N, 87.4482°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18173
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 16.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 30.2-point margin. 94.9% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 64.3%
D 34.1%

Winner: Republican by 30.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.0%
53% below US avg
High School+93.9%
Graduate Degree+4.5%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density3,090/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.9%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities194
Restaurants87
Retail Stores142

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Drive Alone91.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.0%

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