Ferdinand, IN

Indiana

Ferdinand is a small town in Indiana with a population of 2,346. Residents earn $74,943 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
2,346 Population 1,020/sq mi density
$74,943 Median Income $37,092 per capita
$172,700 Home Value $273,083 Zillow
$861 Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,943 median income, 0.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$172,700 home value, $861/mo rent
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
30.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,943
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $172,700
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 30.9%
8% lower than US avg
Median Rent $861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.9%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.2%
94% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,346
Median Age48.7 yrs
Density1,020/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,943
Per Capita$37,092
Unemployment0.2%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$3,820M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$172,700
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$273,083

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease4.9%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation532 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+30.9%
High School+91.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute20 min
Libraries5

Is Ferdinand a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ferdinand receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Ferdinand stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ferdinand is $74,943, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.2%. Only 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ferdinand is $172,700, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ferdinand enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 8.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ferdinand has a population of 2,346 with a density of 1,020 people per square mile. The median age is 48.7 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98%).

Population

2,346
Total Population
1,020
People / sq mi
48.7yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Ferdinand vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.7%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.3%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ferdinand vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ferdinand is $74,943, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Ferdinand vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,943
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,092
Avg Weekly Wage$1,033
IRS Avg AGI$78,733

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.2%
94% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,392
County GDP$3,820M

Business (County)

Restaurants115
Healthcare136
Retail217
Manufacturing95

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.8 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Ferdinand is $172,700, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $273,083.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$172,700
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$273,083

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$861
26% 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-Occupied77.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,700
34% above US avg
Effective Rate2.72%
In Ferdinand, 37.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 20.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.9%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.2%
Heart Disease4.9%
High Blood Pressure30.5%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity20.6%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.6%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death6,416/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access75.3%
Healthcare Facilities136

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Ferdinand has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average57.0°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall8.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation532 ft (162 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (6.0 km²)
Population Density1,020/sq mi
Coordinates38.2280°N, 86.8625°W
County FIPS18037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 30.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 27.8%

Winner: Republican by 42.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+30.9%
8% below US avg
High School+91.6%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density1,020/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities136
Restaurants115
Retail Stores217

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.8 min
Work from Home5.8%

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