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Hessen Cassel, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Hessen Cassel is a small town in Indiana with a population of 176. Residents earn $110,278 per year, which is 47% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
176 Population 157/sq mi density
$110,278 Median Income $40,869 per capita
$393,300 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$110,278 median income, 16.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$393,300 home value
A
Education
4.0 / 5.0
37.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $110,278
47% higher than US avg
Home Value $393,300
40% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 37.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 16.6%
361% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population176
Median Age50.2 yrs
Density157/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans23.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$110,278
Per Capita$40,869
Unemployment16.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,577M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$393,300
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units82
Rent Burden22.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation798 ft (243 m)

Education

A
Bachelor's+37.9%
High School+81.4%
Graduate+7.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute14 min
Broadband64.0%
Libraries2

Is Hessen Cassel a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hessen Cassel receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Hessen Cassel stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hessen Cassel is $110,278, which is significantly higher than the national average — 47% above $75,149. This places Hessen Cassel among higher-income communities. At 16.6%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hessen Cassel is $393,300, 40% above the national median. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 37.9% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 81.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hessen Cassel experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 39.5 inches, including 33.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hessen Cassel has a population of 176 with a density of 157 people per square mile. The median age is 50.2 years, 29% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.9%).

Population

176
Total Population
157
People / sq mi
50.2yrs
Median Age
29% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.3%
Female 47.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Hessen Cassel vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hessen Cassel vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hessen Cassel is $110,278, which is 47% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 16.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: Hessen Cassel vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$110,278
47% above US avg
Per Capita Income$40,869
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$70,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment16.6%
361% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,577M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare63
Retail88
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,911
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time14.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Hessen Cassel is $393,300, 40% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$393,300
40% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden22.9%

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 Units82
Median Year Built2000

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,911
17% below US avg
Effective Rate0.74%
Hessen Cassel has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.5 inches
4% above US avg
Snowfall33.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation798 ft (243 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²)
Population Density157/sq mi
Coordinates40.9770°N, 85.0723°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18179
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 37.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+37.9%
12% above US avg
High School+81.4%
Graduate Degree+7.5%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density157/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants41
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute14.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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