Huron, IN

Indiana

Huron is a small town in Indiana with a population of 231. Residents earn $85,801 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
231 Population 578/sq mi density
$85,801 Median Income $23,565 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$85,801 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
68.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,801
14% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 68.2%
102% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 26.1%
110% higher than US avg

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

People

Population231
Median Age31.9 yrs
Density578/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$85,801
Per Capita$23,565
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty26.1%
County GDP$1,635M
Commute35 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain48.6 in/yr
Elevation566 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+68.2%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute35 min
Broadband77.0%
Libraries2

Is Huron a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Huron receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, long commute times. Huron stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Huron is $85,801, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 26.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

Huron is a highly educated community — 68.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Huron experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Huron has a population of 231 with a density of 578 people per square mile. The median age is 31.9 years, 18% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

231
Total Population
578
People / sq mi
31.9yrs
Median Age
18% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.3%
Female 40.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Huron vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Huron vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Huron is $85,801, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 26.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Huron vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,801
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$23,565
Avg Weekly Wage$1,622
IRS Avg AGI$61,374

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate26.1%
110% above US avg
Establishments (County)279
County GDP$1,635M

Business (County)

Restaurants20
Healthcare15
Retail30
Manufacturing11

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,644
53% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied66.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,644
53% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,011/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access48.6%
Healthcare Facilities15

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Huron has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 48.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall48.6 inches
28% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation566 ft (173 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density578/sq mi
Coordinates38.7210°N, 86.6709°W
County FIPS18101
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural. 68.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (102% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60.7-point margin. 77.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 60.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+68.2%
102% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 9Nonmetro — Rural
Population Density578/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access77.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities15
Restaurants20
Retail Stores30

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.3 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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