Floyds Knobs, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Floyds Knobs is a small town in Indiana with a population of 4,557. Residents earn $143,088 per year, which is 90% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
4,557 Population 711/sq mi density
$143,088 Median Income $58,040 per capita
$336,300 Home Value $389,617 Zillow
$1,306 Median Rent
58°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$143,088 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$336,300 home value, $1,306/mo rent
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
49.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $143,088
90% higher than US avg
Home Value $336,300
19% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 49.6%
47% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,306
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.7%
78% lower than US avg

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

People

Population4,557
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density711/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A+
Median Income$143,088
Per Capita$58,040
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty2.7%
County GDP$4,257M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$336,300
Rent$1,306
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$389,617

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp58°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.0 in/yr
Elevation898 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+49.6%
High School+96.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute26 min
Libraries4

Is Floyds Knobs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Floyds Knobs receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate. Floyds Knobs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Floyds Knobs is $143,088, which is significantly higher than the national average — 90% above $75,149. This places Floyds Knobs among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Floyds Knobs is $336,300, 19% above the national median. Renters pay a median of $1,306 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 49.6% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 96.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Floyds Knobs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 58°F. Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Floyds Knobs has a population of 4,557 with a density of 711 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.3%).

Population

4,557
Total Population
711
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
6.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.9%
Female 50.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Floyds Knobs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Floyds Knobs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Floyds Knobs is $143,088, which is 90% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Floyds Knobs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$143,088
90% above US avg
Per Capita Income$58,040
Avg Weekly Wage$1,067
IRS Avg AGI$87,389

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.7%
78% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,062
County GDP$4,257M

Business (County)

Restaurants172
Healthcare288
Retail213
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,401
3% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.0 min
Work from Home14.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Floyds Knobs is $336,300, 19% above the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,306 (12% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $389,617.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$336,300
19% above US avg
Zillow ZHVI$389,617

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,306
12% above 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-Occupied90.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,401
3% below US avg
Effective Rate1.01%

Health Metrics: Floyds Knobs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Premature Death9,964/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access77.5%
Healthcare Facilities288

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Safety Score

Floyds Knobs has an average annual temperature of 58°F (14°C). Winters average 35°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

35°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average58.0°F
7% above US avg
January Average35°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.0 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall4.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation898 ft (274 m)
Area6.4 sq mi (16.6 km²)
Population Density711/sq mi
Coordinates38.3333°N, 85.8848°W
County FIPS18043
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 49.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (47% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 56.9%
D 41.4%

Winner: Republican by 15.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+49.6%
47% above US avg
High School+96.3%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density711/sq mi
Total Area6.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities288
Restaurants172
Retail Stores213

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.0 min
Work from Home14.2%

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