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Fountaintown, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Fountaintown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 137.

2.5 /5.0
C+ Fair
137 Population 156/sq mi density
$166,700 Home Value $311,582 Zillow
$838 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.5 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $166,700
41% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.6%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $838
28% lower than US avg
Unemployment 8.0%
122% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 30.8%
148% higher than US avg

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

People

Population137
Median Age69.4 yrs
Density156/mi²
Male / Female58% / 42%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans19.7%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,967
Unemployment8.0%
Poverty30.8%
County GDP$4,922M
Commute47 min

Housing

Home Value$166,700
Rent$838
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$311,582
Housing Units94
Rent Burden51.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation844 ft (257 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.6%
High School+84.5%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute47 min
Broadband90.0%
Libraries4

Is Fountaintown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fountaintown receives an overall livability score of 2.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Fountaintown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

At 8.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 30.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fountaintown is $166,700, 41% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $838 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fountaintown 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 47.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fountaintown has a population of 137 with a density of 156 people per square mile. The median age is 69.4 years, 78% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

137
Total Population
156
People / sq mi
69.4yrs
Median Age
78% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.4%
Female 41.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Fountaintown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fountaintown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fountaintown is N/A. The unemployment rate is 8.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 30.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 47 minutes.

Income: Fountaintown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,967
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$84,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.0%
122% above US avg
Poverty Rate30.8%
148% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,045
County GDP$4,922M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare155
Retail164
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,198
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time46.5 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Fountaintown is $166,700, 41% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $838 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $311,582.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$166,700
41% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$311,582

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$838
28% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied64.4%
Housing Units94
Median Year Built1959

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,198
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
Fountaintown 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 47.8 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 Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation844 ft (257 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density156/sq mi
Coordinates39.6940°N, 85.7820°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 18.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.7-point margin. 90.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 33.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.6%
45% below US avg
High School+84.5%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density156/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access90.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants132
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute46.5 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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