English, IN

Indiana

English is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,025. Residents earn $34,250 per year, which is 54% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
1,025 Population 337/sq mi density
$34,250 Median Income $17,268 per capita
$86,300 Home Value $192,130 Zillow
$405 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.6 / 5.0
$34,250 median income, 1.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$86,300 home value, $405/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $34,250
54% lower than US avg
Home Value $86,300
69% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $405
65% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.8%
50% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 27.6%
123% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,025
Median Age26.1 yrs
Density337/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

C+
Median Income$34,250
Per Capita$17,268
Unemployment1.8%
Poverty27.6%
County GDP$239M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$86,300
Rent$405
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$192,130

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.7%
Heart Disease8.0%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation646 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+76.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute32 min
Libraries1

Is English a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, English receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. English offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in English is $34,250, 54% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.8%. The poverty rate of 27.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in English is $86,300, 69% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $405 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 76.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

English enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

English has a population of 1,025 with a density of 337 people per square mile. The median age is 26.1 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.4%).

Population

1,025
Total Population
337
People / sq mi
26.1yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
3.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

English vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

English vs U.S. Average

The median household income in English is $34,250, which is 54% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 27.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: English vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$34,250
54% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,268
Avg Weekly Wage$833
IRS Avg AGI$51,121

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.8%
50% below US avg
Poverty Rate27.6%
123% above US avg
Establishments (County)171
County GDP$239M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare16
Retail25
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,529
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.4 min
Work from Home6.5%

Walkability

The median home value in English is $86,300, 69% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $405 (65% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $192,130.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$86,300
69% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$192,130

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$405
65% 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-Occupied74.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,529
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.93%
In English, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.7% report depression. 32.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes14.1%
Heart Disease8.0%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma12.4%
COPD11.8%
Stroke4.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.4%
Physical Inactivity32.0%
Depression29.7%
Mental Distress22.3%
Physical Distress17.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate77.0%
Premature Death11,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

English has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation646 ft (197 m)
Area3.0 sq mi (7.9 km²)
Population Density337/sq mi
Coordinates38.3408°N, 86.4592°W
County FIPS18025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+76.3%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density337/sq mi
Total Area3.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.4 min
Work from Home6.5%

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