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Eminence, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Eminence is a small town in Indiana with a population of 85.

2.0 /5.0
C Fair
85 Population 283/sq mi density
$126,800 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C
Overall
2.0 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $126,800
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.8%
62% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population85
Median Age63.2 yrs
Density283/mi²
Male / Female64% / 37%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans82.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$40,352
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$3,059M
Commute51 min

Housing

Home Value$126,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units62
Rent Burden27.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation785 ft (239 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+12.8%
High School+80.8%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute51 min
Broadband43.0%
Libraries7

Is Eminence a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Eminence receives an overall livability score of 2.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Eminence has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Eminence is $126,800, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Eminence experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 22.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Eminence has a population of 85 with a density of 283 people per square mile. The median age is 63.2 years, 62% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

85
Total Population
283
People / sq mi
63.2yrs
Median Age
62% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 63.5%
Female 36.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Eminence vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Eminence vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Eminence is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 51 minutes.

Income: Eminence vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$40,352
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$72,454

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,396
County GDP$3,059M

Business (County)

Restaurants108
Healthcare110
Retail168
Manufacturing69

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.83%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time50.7 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Eminence is $126,800, 55% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$126,800
55% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units62
Median Year Built1965

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,320
34% below US avg
Effective Rate1.83%
Eminence has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall22.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation785 ft (239 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.8 km²)
Population Density283/sq mi
Coordinates39.5215°N, 86.6424°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18109
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 12.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (62% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.3-point margin. 43.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.3%
D 22%

Winner: Republican by 54.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.8%
62% below US avg
High School+80.8%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density283/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access43.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities110
Restaurants108
Retail Stores168

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute50.7 min
Drive Alone90.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.1%

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