Median Income $73,472

2% lower than US avg

Home Value $85,000

70% lower than US avg

Bachelor's+ 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Obesity Rate 39.2%

22% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population48

Median Age62.8 yrs

Density31/mi²

Male / Female69% / 31%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans48.0%

Economy

A+

Median Income$73,472

Per Capita$33,177

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty0.0%

County GDP$2,502M

Commute30 min

Housing

A+

Home Value$85,000

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units21

Health

Obesity39.2%

Uninsured9.9%

Smoking21.7%

Depression27.0%

Heart Disease7.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F (13°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain46.8 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation447 ft (136 m)

Education

B+

Bachelor's+0.0%

High School+68.8%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%

Commute30 min

Broadband25.0%

Libraries3

Is Emison a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Emison receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Emison stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Emison is $73,472, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Emison is $85,000, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 68.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Emison enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.8 inches, including 8.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Emison has a population of 48 with a density of 31 people per square mile. The median age is 62.8 years, 61% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

Total Population

People / sq mi

62.8yrs

Median Age

61% above US avg

1.6mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 68.8%

Female 31.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Emison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Emison vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Emison is $73,472, which is 2% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Emison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income	$73,472
	2% below US avg
Per Capita Income	$33,177
Avg Weekly Wage	$980
IRS Avg AGI	$61,860

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Establishments (County)	950
County GDP	$2,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants	85
Healthcare	103
Retail	153
Manufacturing	35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$2,961
	15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate	3.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	30.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Emison is $85,000, 70% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$85,000
	70% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	100.0%
Housing Units	21
Median Year Built	1978

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$2,961
	15% below US avg
Effective Rate	3.48%

In Emison, 39.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.9% of residents lack health insurance. 21.7% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 26.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	39.2%
	22% above US avg
Diabetes	12.2%
Heart Disease	7.0%
High Blood Pressure	36.9%
Asthma	11.3%
COPD	9.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	21.7%
	55% above US avg
Binge Drinking	18.1%
Physical Inactivity	26.6%
Depression	27.0%
Mental Distress	20.6%
Physical Distress	15.6%
Short Sleep	35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	9.9%
	15% above US avg
Checkup Rate	76.6%
Dental Visits	53.9%
Premature Death	10,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	7.9/10
Exercise Access	62.3%
Healthcare Facilities	103

Emison has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.8 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 78°F Jul (25°C)

Annual Average	55.5°F
	3% above US avg
January Average	31°F (-1°C)
July Average	78°F (25°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	46.8 inches
	23% above US avg
Snowfall	8.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	447 ft (136 m)
Area	1.6 sq mi (4.1 km²)
Population Density	31/sq mi
Coordinates	38.7978°N, 87.4614°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS	18083

It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.4-point margin. 25.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%

D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	0.0%
	100% below US avg
High School+	68.8%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.01

B+ Education Grade (3.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7	Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density	31/sq mi
Total Area	1.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	25.0%
Public Libraries	3
Healthcare Facilities	103
Restaurants	85
Retail Stores	153

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	30.0 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Emison, IN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Emison a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Emison vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Emison vs U.S. Average

Income: Emison vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

Nearby Cities