Fremont, IN

Indiana

Fremont is a small town in Indiana with a population of 2,177. Residents earn $61,953 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
2,177 Population 700/sq mi density
$61,953 Median Income $30,588 per capita
$144,900 Home Value $347,795 Zillow
$1,034 Median Rent
48°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$61,953 median income, 10.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$144,900 home value, $1,034/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,953
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $144,900
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.4%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,034
11% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.9%
9% higher than US avg
Unemployment 10.8%
200% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.8%
45% lower than US avg

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

People

Population2,177
Median Age37.4 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,953
Per Capita$30,588
Unemployment10.8%
Poverty6.8%
County GDP$2,202M
Commute21 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$144,900
Rent$1,034
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$347,795

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp48°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.1 in/yr
Elevation1,055 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.4%
High School+91.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute21 min
EV Stations1
Libraries9

Is Fremont a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Fremont receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Fremont offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Fremont is $61,953, 18% below the national average of $75,149. At 10.8%, unemployment is notably high. Only 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Fremont is $144,900, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,034 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Fremont experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.1 inches, including 42.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Fremont has a population of 2,177 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 37.4 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.9%).

Population

2,177
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
37.4yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Fremont vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Fremont vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Fremont is $61,953, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 10.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.

Income: Fremont vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,953
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,588
Avg Weekly Wage$991
IRS Avg AGI$58,886

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment10.8%
200% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.8%
45% below US avg
Establishments (County)880
County GDP$2,202M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare81
Retail123
Manufacturing75

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.80%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.4 min
Work from Home5.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Fremont is $144,900, 49% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,034 (11% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $347,795.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$144,900
49% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$347,795
Median List Price$199,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$199,900
$/Sq Ft$135
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.8%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,034
11% below 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-Occupied78.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,053
16% above US avg
Effective Rate2.80%
In Fremont, 34.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.9%
9% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.7%
COPD7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.1%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death8,807/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access60.9%
Healthcare Facilities81

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Fremont has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 71°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 71°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.1°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average71°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.1 inches
3% above US avg
Snowfall42.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,055 ft (322 m)
Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates41.7276°N, 84.9389°W
County FIPS26059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.4%
66% below US avg
High School+91.7%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries9
Healthcare Facilities81
Restaurants71
Retail Stores123

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.4 min
Work from Home5.6%

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