Homecroft, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Homecroft is a small town in Indiana with a population of 801. Residents earn $83,333 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
801 Population 3,338/sq mi density
$83,333 Median Income $44,269 per capita
$214,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,333 median income, 1.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$214,800 home value
A+
Education
4.7 / 5.0
46.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,333
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $214,800
24% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 46.1%
37% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.6%
5% lower than US avg
Unemployment 1.2%
67% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population801
Median Age44.7 yrs
Density3,338/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,333
Per Capita$44,269
Unemployment1.2%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$135,593M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$214,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity30.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.1%
Heart Disease4.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.6 in/yr
Elevation756 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+46.1%
High School+94.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 35% / D 63%
Commute26 min
Libraries27

Is Homecroft a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Homecroft receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Homecroft stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Homecroft is $83,333, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.2%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Homecroft is $214,800, 24% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 46.1% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Homecroft experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Homecroft has a population of 801 with a density of 3,338 people per square mile. The median age is 44.7 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (92.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic, 2.5% Black.

Population

801
Total Population
3,338
People / sq mi
44.7yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Homecroft vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Homecroft vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Homecroft is $83,333, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Homecroft vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,333
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$44,269
Avg Weekly Wage$1,465
IRS Avg AGI$69,381

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.2%
67% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)28,522
County GDP$135,593M

Business (County)

Restaurants2,360
Healthcare2,986
Retail2,866
Manufacturing749

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,878
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.1 min
Work from Home10.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Homecroft is $214,800, 24% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$214,800
24% below US avg
Median List Price$225,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$225,000
$/Sq Ft$79
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio92.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

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-Occupied94.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,878
39% above US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In Homecroft, 30.6% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 26.1% report depression. 15.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.6%
5% below US avg
Diabetes8.3%
Heart Disease4.4%
High Blood Pressure30.3%
Asthma10.5%
COPD4.8%
Stroke2.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking21.6%
Physical Inactivity15.9%
Depression26.1%
Mental Distress15.5%
Physical Distress10.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death12,610/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access90.6%
Healthcare Facilities2,986

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)139

Safety Score

Homecroft has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.6 inches
17% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation756 ft (230 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density3,338/sq mi
Coordinates39.6696°N, 86.1312°W
County FIPS18097
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 46.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (37% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 27.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.3%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 27.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+46.1%
37% above US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density3,338/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries27
Healthcare Facilities2,986
Restaurants2,360
Retail Stores2,866

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)139

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.1 min
Work from Home10.0%

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