Elizabeth, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Elizabeth is a small town in Indiana with a population of 126. Residents earn $84,750 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
126 Population 485/sq mi density
$84,750 Median Income $29,868 per capita
$127,500 Home Value $261,854 Zillow
$1,125 Median Rent 36.3% income on rent
59°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$84,750 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,500 home value, $1,125/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,750
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $127,500
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.2%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,125
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.0%
76% lower than US avg

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

People

Population126
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density485/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans92.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,750
Per Capita$29,868
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty3.0%
County GDP$4,257M
Commute37 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,500
Rent$1,125
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,854
Rent Burden36.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp59°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.3 in/yr
Elevation781 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.2%
High School+88.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute37 min
Broadband43.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries4

Is Elizabeth a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Elizabeth receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times, high obesity rates. Elizabeth stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Elizabeth is $84,750, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. Only 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Elizabeth is $127,500, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,125 per month. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Elizabeth enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 59°F. Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.3 inches, including 13.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Elizabeth has a population of 126 with a density of 485 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

126
Total Population
485
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.6%
Female 44.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Elizabeth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Elizabeth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Elizabeth is $84,750, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Elizabeth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,750
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,868
Avg Weekly Wage$1,067
IRS Avg AGI$87,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.0%
76% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,062
County GDP$4,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants172
Healthcare288
Retail213
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,401
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.67%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.1 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Elizabeth is $127,500, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,125 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,854.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,500
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,854
Median List Price$179,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$179,900
$/Sq Ft$155
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,125
3% below US avg
Rent Burden36.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,401
3% below US avg
Effective Rate2.67%
In Elizabeth, 43.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 23.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.0%
34% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.6%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity23.9%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,964/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access77.5%
Healthcare Facilities288

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Elizabeth has an average annual temperature of 59°F (15°C). Winters average 36°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

36°F Jan (2°C) 80°F Jul (27°C)
Annual Average58.9°F
9% above US avg
January Average36°F (2°C)
July Average80°F (27°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.3 inches
27% above US avg
Snowfall13.4 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation781 ft (238 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density485/sq mi
Coordinates38.1241°N, 85.9739°W
County FIPS18043
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.5-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 15.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.2%
40% below US avg
High School+88.1%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density485/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities288
Restaurants172
Retail Stores213

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.1 min
Drive Alone84.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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