Greensburg, IN

Indiana

Greensburg is a small city in Indiana with a population of 11,585. Residents earn $63,235 per year, which is 16% below the national average.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
11,585 Population 1,238/sq mi density
$63,235 Median Income $32,255 per capita
$181,000 Home Value $254,778 Zillow
$820 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
263 Violent Crime/100K 644 property/100K
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$63,235 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,000 home value, $820/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
263 violent crimes/100K (31% below avg)
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,235
16% lower than US avg
Home Value $181,000
36% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 263/100K
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.1%
43% lower than US avg
Median Rent $820
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population11,585
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,238/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

A
Median Income$63,235
Per Capita$32,255
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$1,895M
Commute16 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,000
Rent$820
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$254,778

Crime

F
Violent263/100K
Property644/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault237/100K
Burglary93/100K

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation939 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.1%
High School+88.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute16 min
EV Stations12
Libraries3

Is Greensburg a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Greensburg receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Greensburg offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Greensburg is $63,235, 16% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Greensburg is $181,000, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $820 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Violent crime in Greensburg is below the national average at 263 per 100,000 residents (U.S. avg: 380). Property crime occurs at a rate of 644 per 100,000, 67% below the national average.

Education

19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Greensburg experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Greensburg has a population of 11,585 with a density of 1,238 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%), with 3% Hispanic.

Population

11,585
Total Population
1,238
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
9.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.7%
Female 52.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Greensburg vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.2%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.8%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Greensburg vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Greensburg is $63,235, which is 16% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Greensburg vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,235
16% below US avg
Per Capita Income$32,255
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$63,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)707
County GDP$1,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail113
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,903
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.60%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.0 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Greensburg is $181,000, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $820 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $254,778.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,000
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$254,778
Median List Price$190,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$190,000
$/Sq Ft$163
Homes Sold9
Sale-to-List Ratio97.2%
Price Drops51.5%
Inventory33

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$820
29% 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-Occupied61.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,903
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.60%
In Greensburg, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death10,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities69
Greensburg has a violent crime rate of 263 per 100,000 residents, 31% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 644 per 100,000 (67% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent262.7/100K
31% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape8.5/100K
Robbery17.0/100K
Assault237.3/100K

Property Crime

Total Property644.1/100K
67% below US avg
Burglary93.2/100K
Theft542.4/100K
Vehicle Theft8.5/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Greensburg has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation939 ft (286 m)
Area9.4 sq mi (24.2 km²)
Population Density1,238/sq mi
Coordinates39.3510°N, 85.5012°W
County FIPS18031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (43% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.1%
43% below US avg
High School+88.6%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,238/sq mi
Total Area9.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations12
Alt Fuel Stations13
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.0 min
Work from Home9.1%

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