Home Value $289,400

3% higher than US avg

Bachelor's+ 40.0%

19% higher than US avg

Obesity Rate 38.3%

19% higher than US avg

Unemployment 0.0%

100% lower than US avg

Poverty Rate 19.6%

58% higher than US avg

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

People

Population187

Median Age58.4 yrs

Density182/mi²

Male / Female40% / 60%

Largest GroupWhite 100%

Veterans20.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A

Per Capita$22,595

Unemployment0.0%

Poverty19.6%

County GDP$6,571M

Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$289,400

RentN/A

OwnershipN/A

Housing Units103

Rent Burden32.8%

Health

Obesity38.3%

Uninsured6.7%

Smoking14.9%

Depression24.9%

Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)

AQI41 (Good)

Rain47.4 in/yr

Sunny Days293/yr

Elevation537 ft (164 m)

Education

Bachelor's+40.0%

High School+94.2%

Graduate+0.0%

School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%

Commute37 min

Broadband86.0%

Libraries2

Is Fontanet a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fontanet receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Fontanet 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%. The poverty rate of 19.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fontanet is $289,400, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 40.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fontanet experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fontanet has a population of 187 with a density of 182 people per square mile. The median age is 58.4 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

187

Total Population

182

People / sq mi

58.4yrs

Median Age

50% above US avg

1.0mi²

Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.6%

Female 60.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Fontanet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only	100.0%
	27% above US avg
Spanish	0.0%
	100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fontanet vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fontanet is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Fontanet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income


Per Capita Income	$22,595
Avg Weekly Wage	$1,022
IRS Avg AGI	$68,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment	0.0%
	100% below US avg
Poverty Rate	19.6%
	58% above US avg
Establishments (County)	2,526
County GDP	$6,571M

Business (County)

Restaurants	281
Healthcare	393
Retail	394
Manufacturing	105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)	$3,631
	4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate	1.25%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time	36.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fontanet is $289,400, 3% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median	$289,400
	3% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs


Rent Burden	32.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio	$816
1 Bedroom	$882
2 Bedrooms	$1,096
3 Bedrooms	$1,391
4 Bedrooms	$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied	87.2%
Housing Units	103
Median Year Built	1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)	$3,631
	4% above US avg
Effective Rate	1.25%

In Fontanet, 38.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 24.9% report depression. 19.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity	38.3%
	19% above US avg
Diabetes	10.2%
Heart Disease	5.8%
High Blood Pressure	32.7%
Asthma	10.5%
COPD	6.4%
Cancer	7.5%
Stroke	2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking	14.9%
	6% above US avg
Binge Drinking	19.9%
Physical Inactivity	19.1%
Depression	24.9%
Mental Distress	17.8%
Physical Distress	12.0%
Short Sleep	37.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate	100.0%
Uninsured	6.7%
	22% below US avg
Checkup Rate	77.5%
Dental Visits	65.2%
Premature Death	10,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment	5.7/10
Exercise Access	79.2%
Healthcare Facilities	393

Fontanet has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)

Annual Average	52.0°F
	4% below US avg
January Average	27°F (-3°C)
July Average	74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days	293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall	47.4 inches
	25% above US avg
Snowfall	13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median	41.0
Rating	Good

Geography

Elevation	537 ft (164 m)
Area	1.0 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density	182/sq mi
Coordinates	39.5714°N, 87.2456°W
Timezone	America/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS	18167

It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 40.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (19% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%

D 40%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+	40.0%
	19% above US avg
High School+	94.2%
Graduate Degree+	0.0%
School Test Score	6.01

A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3	Metro — under 250K
Population Density	182/sq mi
Total Area	1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access	86.0%
Public Libraries	2
Healthcare Facilities	393
Restaurants	281
Retail Stores	394

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)	20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute	36.7 min
Drive Alone	100.0%
Public Transit	0.0%
Work from Home	0.0%

Fontanet, IN

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

People

Economy

Housing

Health

Climate

Education

Community

Is Fontanet a Good Place to Live?

Economy & Jobs

Cost of Living & Housing

Education

Climate & Weather

Population

Gender Distribution

Race & Ethnicity

Fontanet vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Social Characteristics

Fontanet vs U.S. Average

Income: Fontanet vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Employment & Poverty

Business (County)

Tax & Cost of Living

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Ownership & Property

Property Tax

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Food & Exercise

Temperature

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

Geography

2024 Presidential Election (County)

Education

Urban-Rural Classification

Infrastructure & Services

Safety & Disasters

Commute & Transportation

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