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Hymera, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Hymera is a small town in Indiana with a population of 835. Residents earn $46,122 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
835 Population 1,176/sq mi density
$46,122 Median Income $21,657 per capita
$79,300 Home Value $73,010 Zillow
$890 Median Rent 21.9% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.0 / 5.0
$46,122 median income, 7.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,300 home value, $890/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $46,122
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,300
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $890
23% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.1%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 7.6%
111% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.1%
51% lower than US avg

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

People

Population835
Median Age40.2 yrs
Density1,176/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans14.6%

Economy

B
Median Income$46,122
Per Capita$21,657
Unemployment7.6%
Poverty6.1%
County GDP$1,163M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,300
Rent$890
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$73,010
Housing Units430
Rent Burden21.9%

Health

Obesity43.1%
Uninsured10.3%
Smoking21.2%
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.9%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation529 ft (161 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+81.3%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 23%
Commute34 min
Broadband72.8%
Libraries6

Is Hymera a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Hymera receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Hymera offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Hymera is $46,122, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 7.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Hymera is $79,300, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $890 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 81.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Hymera experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Hymera has a population of 835 with a density of 1,176 people per square mile. The median age is 40.2 years, 3% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.4%), with 2.2% Hispanic.

Population

835
Total Population
1,176
People / sq mi
40.2yrs
Median Age
3% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Hymera vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Hymera vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Hymera is $46,122, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 7.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Hymera vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$46,122
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$21,657
Avg Weekly Wage$996
IRS Avg AGI$58,421

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment7.6%
111% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.1%
51% below US avg
Establishments (County)372
County GDP$1,163M

Business (County)

Restaurants38
Healthcare37
Retail60
Manufacturing17

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.4 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Hymera is $79,300, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $890 (23% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $73,010.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,300
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$73,010

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$890
23% below US avg
Rent Burden21.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied63.6%
Housing Units430
Median Year Built1957

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,738
50% below US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Hymera, 43.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 10.3% of residents lack health insurance. 21.2% are current smokers. 28.1% report depression. 28.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.1%
34% above US avg
Diabetes12.0%
Heart Disease6.9%
High Blood Pressure36.2%
Asthma12.1%
COPD9.7%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.2%
51% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity28.1%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.8%
Physical Distress15.6%
Short Sleep37.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Uninsured10.3%
20% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.9%
Dental Visits56.2%
Premature Death9,727/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access32.8%
Healthcare Facilities37
Hymera has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation529 ft (161 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density1,176/sq mi
Coordinates39.1859°N, 87.2989°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18153
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.7-point margin. 72.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.5%
D 22.8%

Winner: Republican by 52.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+81.3%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,176/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access72.8%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities37
Restaurants38
Retail Stores60

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.4 min
Drive Alone77.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.3%

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