Helmer, IN

Indiana

Helmer is a small town in Indiana with a population of 19.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
19 Population 173/sq mi density
$93,500 Home Value
48°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $93,500
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population19
Median AgeN/A
Density173/mi²
Male / Female0% / 100%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans12.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$35,094
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,959M
Commute37 min

Housing

Home Value$93,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units26

Climate

Avg Temp48°F (9°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation1,000 ft (305 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute37 min
Broadband12.0%
Libraries3

Is Helmer a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Helmer receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Helmer stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Helmer is $93,500, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Helmer experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 48°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 38.8 inches, including 38.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Helmer has a population of 19 with a density of 173 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

19
Total Population
173
People / sq mi
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 0%
Female 100%

Race & Ethnicity

Helmer vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Helmer vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Helmer is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 37 minutes.

Income: Helmer vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$35,094
Avg Weekly Wage$942
IRS Avg AGI$73,323

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,020
County GDP$1,959M

Business (County)

Restaurants93
Healthcare82
Retail155
Manufacturing87

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,910
12% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Helmer is $93,500, 67% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$93,500
67% below US avg

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-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units26
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,910
12% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
Helmer has an average annual temperature of 48°F (9°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average48.3°F
11% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.8 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall38.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,000 ft (305 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density173/sq mi
Coordinates41.5327°N, 85.1712°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18151
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 42.1-point margin. 12.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.2%
D 28.1%

Winner: Republican by 42.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density173/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access12.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants93
Retail Stores155

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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