Griffin, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Griffin is a small town in Indiana with a population of 132. Residents earn $81,042 per year, which is 8% above the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
132 Population 1,886/sq mi density
$81,042 Median Income $33,375 per capita
$78,500 Home Value $97,479 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$81,042 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,500 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
28.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $81,042
8% higher than US avg
Home Value $78,500
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 28.9%
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.1%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.1%
59% lower than US avg

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

People

Population132
Median Age31.3 yrs
Density1,886/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans95.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$81,042
Per Capita$33,375
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty5.1%
County GDP$5,935M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$97,479

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation385 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+28.9%
High School+94.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Broadband45.0%
Libraries4

Is Griffin a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Griffin receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Griffin stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Griffin is $81,042, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Griffin is $78,500, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Griffin enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Griffin has a population of 132 with a density of 1,886 people per square mile. The median age is 31.3 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%).

Population

132
Total Population
1,886
People / sq mi
31.3yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47%
Female 53%

Race & Ethnicity

Griffin vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Griffin vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Griffin is $81,042, which is 8% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Griffin vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$81,042
8% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,375
Avg Weekly Wage$1,309
IRS Avg AGI$79,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.1%
59% below US avg
Establishments (County)590
County GDP$5,935M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare43
Retail57
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,885
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.3 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Griffin is $78,500, 72% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $97,479.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,500
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$97,479

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied91.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,885
18% below US avg
Effective Rate3.68%
In Griffin, 40.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.1%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death7,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access26.0%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Griffin has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation385 ft (117 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density1,886/sq mi
Coordinates38.2043°N, 87.9149°W
County FIPS18129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 28.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (14% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.4-point margin. 45.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+28.9%
14% below US avg
High School+94.0%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,886/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access45.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants39
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.3 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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