Fowlerton, IN

Indiana

Fowlerton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 202. Residents earn $51,250 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
202 Population 1,010/sq mi density
$51,250 Median Income $26,694 per capita
$93,300 Home Value
$544 Median Rent 17.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$51,250 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$93,300 home value, $544/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,250
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $93,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.3%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $544
53% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.3%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 19.7%
59% higher than US avg

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

People

Population202
Median Age45.4 yrs
Density1,010/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans11.7%

Economy

B
Median Income$51,250
Per Capita$26,694
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty19.7%
County GDP$3,220M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$93,300
Rent$544
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units99
Rent Burden17.3%

Health

Obesity43.3%
Uninsured11.0%
Smoking22.2%
Depression29.5%
Heart Disease7.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation879 ft (268 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.3%
High School+81.1%
Graduate+0.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute26 min
Broadband86.0%
Libraries8

Is Fowlerton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fowlerton receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Fowlerton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fowlerton is $51,250, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. The poverty rate of 19.7% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fowlerton is $93,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $544 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fowlerton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fowlerton has a population of 202 with a density of 1,010 people per square mile. The median age is 45.4 years, 17% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 4.5% Hispanic.

Population

202
Total Population
1,010
People / sq mi
45.4yrs
Median Age
17% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Fowlerton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Fowlerton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fowlerton is $51,250, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 19.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Fowlerton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,250
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,694
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$53,014

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate19.7%
59% above US avg
Establishments (County)1,280
County GDP$3,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare170
Retail215
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,512
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.9 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Fowlerton is $93,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $544 (53% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,300
67% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$544
53% below US avg
Rent Burden17.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.4%
Housing Units99
Median Year Built1984

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,512
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.69%
In Fowlerton, 43.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.0% of residents lack health insurance. 22.2% are current smokers. 29.5% report depression. 30.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.3%
35% above US avg
Diabetes13.7%
Heart Disease7.4%
High Blood Pressure38.6%
Asthma11.7%
COPD10.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking22.2%
59% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity30.7%
Depression29.5%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress16.4%
Short Sleep41.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.6%
Uninsured11.0%
28% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.8%
Dental Visits52.4%
Premature Death14,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities170
Fowlerton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation879 ft (268 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,010/sq mi
Coordinates40.4096°N, 85.5728°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 6.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 86.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.3%
81% below US avg
High School+81.1%
Graduate Degree+0.7%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,010/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access86.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants132
Retail Stores215

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.9 min
Drive Alone74.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home9.8%

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