Median Income
$63,125
16% lower than US avg
Home Value
$84,700
70% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.0%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$775
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
37.6%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
10.7%
14% lower than US avg
How Evansville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population781
Median Age40.6 yrs
Density989/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Veterans6.7%
Economy
B+
Median Income$63,125
Per Capita$28,801
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty10.7%
County GDP$2,023M
Commute24 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$84,700
Rent$775
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$153,648
Rent Burden24.0%
Health
Obesity37.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.6%
Heart Disease5.8%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain45.6 in/yr
Elevation449 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.0%
High School+86.9%
School Score5.34
Community
2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute24 min
Broadband80.7%
Libraries8
Is Evansville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Evansville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Evansville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Evansville is $63,125, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. 10.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Evansville is $84,700, 70% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $775 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
12.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.
Climate & Weather
Evansville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.6 inches, including 10.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Evansville has a population of 781 with a density of 989 people per square mile. The median age is 40.6 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.8%), with 1.7% Black.
Population
40.6yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Evansville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.8% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.3% |
| 98% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Evansville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Evansville is $63,125, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.
Income: Evansville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $63,125 |
| 16% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,801 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,070 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $66,068 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.7% |
| 25% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 10.7% |
| 14% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 596 |
| County GDP | $2,023M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 76 |
| Healthcare | 68 |
| Retail | 94 |
| Manufacturing | 26 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,703 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 4.37% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 24.4 min |
| Drive Alone | 84.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 3.8% |
The median home value in Evansville is $84,700, 70% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $775 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $153,648.
Home Values
| Census Median | $84,700 |
| 70% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $153,648 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $775 |
| 33% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 24.0% |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $774 |
| 1 Bedroom | $854 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,063 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,370 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,561 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,703 |
| 6% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 4.37% |
In Evansville, 37.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.6% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Evansville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 37.6% |
| 17% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.8% |
| High Blood Pressure | 31.8% |
| Asthma | 10.7% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 21.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 22.8% |
| Depression | 24.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.4% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.9% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 74.8% |
| Premature Death | 8,769/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.1/10 |
| Exercise Access | 65.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 68 |
Crime Rates: Evansville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 8 |
Safety Score
Evansville has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 45.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
31°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.1°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 31°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 45.6 inches |
| 20% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 10.6 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 449 ft (137 m) |
| Area | 0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²) |
| Population Density | 989/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.0890°N, 89.9325°W |
| County FIPS | 17157 |