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Indianola, CA

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Indianola is a small town in California with a population of 568.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
568 Population 403/sq mi density
$512,500 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
27.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $512,500
82% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 27.1%
20% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 30.2%
6% lower than US avg
Unemployment 4.4%
22% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.9%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population568
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density403/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans14.3%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$38,701
Unemployment4.4%
Poverty5.9%
County GDP$7,591M
Commute16 min

Housing

Home Value$512,500
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units286
Rent Burden38.0%

Health

Obesity30.2%
Uninsured6.3%
Smoking12.0%
Depression25.8%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI48 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation161 ft (49 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+27.1%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+9.4%
School Score4.69

Community

2024 VoteR 34% / D 62%
Commute16 min
Broadband96.8%
Libraries13

Is Indianola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indianola receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include high housing costs. Indianola offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

Unemployment stands at 4.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indianola is $512,500, making it a premium housing market at 82% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 4.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Indianola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Indianola has a population of 568 with a density of 403 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.8%), with 2.1% Hispanic.

Population

568
Total Population
403
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54%
Female 46%

Race & Ethnicity

Indianola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only91.0%
16% above US avg
Spanish9.0%
33% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Indianola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indianola is N/A. The unemployment rate is 4.4% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 16 minutes.

Income: Indianola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$38,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,062
IRS Avg AGI$64,241

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.4%
22% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.9%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)7,685
County GDP$7,591M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare384
Retail538
Manufacturing123

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Cost of Living110.70 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate0.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.3 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Indianola is $512,500, 82% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$512,500
82% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$304
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio84.9%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Rent Burden38.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$1,513
1 Bedroom$1,647
2 Bedrooms$2,053
3 Bedrooms$2,752
4 Bedrooms$3,165

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.0%
Housing Units286
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,760
36% above US avg
Effective Rate0.93%
In Indianola, 30.2% of adults are obese (below the 32.1% national rate). 6.3% of residents lack health insurance. 12.0% are current smokers. 25.8% report depression. 19.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity30.2%
6% below US avg
Diabetes8.7%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure28.1%
Asthma10.7%
COPD5.6%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.0%
14% below US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity19.3%
Depression25.8%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.7%
Short Sleep33.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.1%
Uninsured6.3%
27% below US avg
Primary Care1:1,642
Dentists1:1,216
Mental Health1:160
Checkup Rate70.2%
Dental Visits63.2%
Premature Death9,668/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.6/10
Exercise Access88.3%
Healthcare Facilities384
Indianola has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 48°F in January while summers reach 58°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 48.

Temperature

48°F Jan (9°C) 58°F Jul (14°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average48°F (9°C)
July Average58°F (14°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall0.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median48.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation161 ft (49 m)
Area1.4 sq mi (3.7 km²)
Population Density403/sq mi
Coordinates40.8100°N, 124.0784°W
TimezoneAmerica/Los_Angeles
County FIPS06023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+. 27.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 28.4-point margin. 96.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 33.6%
D 62%

Winner: Democrat by 28.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+27.1%
20% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+9.4%
School Test Score4.69
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 5Nonmetro — Urban 20K+
Population Density403/sq mi
Total Area1.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access96.8%
Public Libraries13
Healthcare Facilities384
Restaurants393
Retail Stores538

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.3 min
Drive Alone84.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home6.3%

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