Geneva, IN

Indiana

Geneva is a small town in Indiana with a population of 276. Residents earn $59,744 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
276 Population 251/sq mi density
$59,744 Median Income $28,422 per capita
$127,400 Home Value $258,486 Zillow
$643 Median Rent 28.8% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.8 / 5.0
$59,744 median income, 13.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$127,400 home value, $643/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,744
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $127,400
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $643
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 46.1%
44% higher than US avg
Unemployment 13.0%
261% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 29.0%
134% higher than US avg

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

People

Population276
Median Age54.2 yrs
Density251/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans6.1%

Economy

D
Median Income$59,744
Per Capita$28,422
Unemployment13.0%
Poverty29.0%
County GDP$2,318M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$127,400
Rent$643
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$258,486
Rent Burden28.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity46.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.8%
Heart Disease8.6%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.9 in/yr
Elevation850 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+82.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.8%
Libraries3

Is Geneva a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Geneva receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Geneva has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Geneva is $59,744, 20% below the national average of $75,149. At 13.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 29.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Geneva is $127,400, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $643 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Geneva experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.9 inches, including 27.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Geneva has a population of 276 with a density of 251 people per square mile. The median age is 54.2 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

276
Total Population
251
People / sq mi
54.2yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.2%
Female 51.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Geneva vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Geneva vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Geneva is $59,744, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 13.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 29.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Geneva vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,744
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,422
Avg Weekly Wage$951
IRS Avg AGI$70,720

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment13.0%
261% above US avg
Poverty Rate29.0%
134% above US avg
Establishments (County)786
County GDP$2,318M

Business (County)

Restaurants53
Healthcare56
Retail132
Manufacturing63

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Geneva is $127,400, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $643 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $258,486.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$127,400
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$258,486

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$121
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$643
45% below US avg
Rent Burden28.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,039
13% below US avg
Effective Rate2.39%
In Geneva, 46.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.8% report depression. 36.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity46.1%
44% above US avg
Diabetes15.5%
Heart Disease8.6%
High Blood Pressure39.5%
Asthma12.8%
COPD13.4%
Stroke4.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking15.6%
Physical Inactivity36.0%
Depression29.8%
Mental Distress23.1%
Physical Distress19.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death8,648/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities56

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Geneva has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.9 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall27.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation850 ft (259 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.8 km²)
Population Density251/sq mi
Coordinates40.5967°N, 84.9573°W
County FIPS18001
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin. 88.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.4%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+82.4%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density251/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.8%
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities56
Restaurants53
Retail Stores132

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Drive Alone87.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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