Ellettsville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Ellettsville is a small city in Indiana with a population of 6,653. Residents earn $82,238 per year, which is 9% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
6,653 Population 1,272/sq mi density
$82,238 Median Income $38,877 per capita
$224,400 Home Value $267,867 Zillow
$746 Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$82,238 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$224,400 home value, $746/mo rent
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
35.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $82,238
9% higher than US avg
Home Value $224,400
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 35.9%
7% higher than US avg
Median Rent $746
36% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.8%
5% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.8%
69% lower than US avg

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

People

Population6,653
Median Age35.4 yrs
Density1,272/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 94%

Economy

A+
Median Income$82,238
Per Capita$38,877
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty3.8%
County GDP$9,347M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$224,400
Rent$746
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$267,867

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity33.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.4 in/yr
Elevation695 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+35.9%
High School+98.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 63%
Commute21 min
Libraries3

Is Ellettsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ellettsville receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ellettsville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ellettsville is $82,238, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ellettsville is $224,400, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $746 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 35.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 98.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ellettsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.4 inches, including 17.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ellettsville has a population of 6,653 with a density of 1,272 people per square mile. The median age is 35.4 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94%).

Population

6,653
Total Population
1,272
People / sq mi
35.4yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
5.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.3%
Female 52.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Ellettsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.4%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.6%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ellettsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ellettsville is $82,238, which is 9% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Ellettsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$82,238
9% above US avg
Per Capita Income$38,877
Avg Weekly Wage$1,132
IRS Avg AGI$77,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.8%
69% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,439
County GDP$9,347M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare422
Retail390
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,867
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.17%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ellettsville is $224,400, 20% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $746 (36% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $267,867.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$224,400
20% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$267,867
Median List Price$329,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$329,900
$/Sq Ft$179
Homes Sold7
Sale-to-List Ratio100.8%
Price Drops17.0%
Inventory59

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$746
36% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,867
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.17%
In Ellettsville, 33.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 18.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.8%
5% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD5.9%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity18.8%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.2%
Physical Distress11.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death8,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access87.2%
Healthcare Facilities422

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Ellettsville has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.4°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.4 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall17.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation695 ft (212 m)
Area5.2 sq mi (13.5 km²)
Population Density1,272/sq mi
Coordinates39.2322°N, 86.6241°W
County FIPS18105
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 35.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 27.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.5%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+35.9%
7% above US avg
High School+98.0%
School Test Score6.01
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,272/sq mi
Total Area5.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities422
Restaurants393
Retail Stores390

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.6 min
Work from Home9.5%

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