Farmland, IN

Indiana

Farmland is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,345. Residents earn $41,516 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
1,345 Population 2,538/sq mi density
$41,516 Median Income $22,461 per capita
$92,900 Home Value $173,009 Zillow
$826 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$41,516 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$92,900 home value, $826/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,516
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $92,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.0%
67% lower than US avg
Median Rent $826
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.8%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.8%
68% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,345
Median Age32.1 yrs
Density2,538/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

C+
Median Income$41,516
Per Capita$22,461
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty20.8%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$92,900
Rent$826
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$173,009

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Elevation1,028 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.0%
High School+90.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute23 min
Libraries5

Is Farmland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Farmland receives an overall livability score of 3.2 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. Farmland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Farmland is $41,516, 45% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Farmland is $92,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $826 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Farmland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Farmland has a population of 1,345 with a density of 2,538 people per square mile. The median age is 32.1 years, 17% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.3%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

1,345
Total Population
2,538
People / sq mi
32.1yrs
Median Age
17% below US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Farmland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Farmland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Farmland is $41,516, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Farmland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,516
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,461
Avg Weekly Wage$997
IRS Avg AGI$56,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.8%
68% above US avg
Establishments (County)569
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare54
Retail67
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,135
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.30%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Farmland is $92,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $826 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $173,009.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$92,900
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$173,009

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$826
29% 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-Occupied53.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,135
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.30%
In Farmland, 38.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 26.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.8%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.8%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity26.9%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death11,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access43.4%
Healthcare Facilities54

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Farmland has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall20.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,028 ft (313 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density2,538/sq mi
Coordinates40.1895°N, 85.1273°W
County FIPS18135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (67% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.0%
67% below US avg
High School+90.9%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,538/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants45
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.6 min
Work from Home2.2%

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