Fishersburg, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Fishersburg is a small town in Indiana with a population of 142.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
142 Population 888/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $48,605 per capita
$116,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
53°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $116,700
59% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age43.8 yrs
Density888/mi²
Male / Female59% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans18.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$48,605
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$5,526M
Commute52 min

Housing

Home Value$116,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp53°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation855 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+92.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute52 min
Broadband67.0%
Libraries8

Is Fishersburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fishersburg receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Fishersburg stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 52 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fishersburg is $116,700, 59% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fishersburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 20.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fishersburg has a population of 142 with a density of 888 people per square mile. The median age is 43.8 years, 13% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

142
Total Population
888
People / sq mi
43.8yrs
Median Age
13% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.5%
Female 41.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Fishersburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fishersburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fishersburg is N/A. 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 52 minutes.

Income: Fishersburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$48,605
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$59,559

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,484
County GDP$5,526M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare308
Retail345
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time51.9 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Fishersburg is $116,700, 59% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$116,700
59% 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-Occupied74.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Rate2.54%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death11,656/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access65.7%
Healthcare Facilities308

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Fishersburg has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall20.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation855 ft (261 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density888/sq mi
Coordinates40.0715°N, 85.8605°W
County FIPS18095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 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 27-point margin. 67.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 27 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density888/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access67.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities308
Restaurants230
Retail Stores345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute51.9 min
Drive Alone88.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.1%

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