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Indianola, IL

Illinois · Metropolitan Area

Indianola is a small town in Illinois with a population of 207. Residents earn $42,125 per year, which is 44% below the national average.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
207 Population 531/sq mi density
$42,125 Median Income $26,615 per capita
$61,000 Home Value $127,025 Zillow
$725 Median Rent 19.0% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C
Economy
2.2 / 5.0
$42,125 median income, 12.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$61,000 home value, $725/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,125
44% lower than US avg
Home Value $61,000
78% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 0/100K
100% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.6%
89% lower than US avg
Median Rent $725
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.9%
24% higher than US avg
Unemployment 12.0%
233% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.5%
9% higher than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age54.9 yrs
Density531/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans13.1%

Economy

C
Median Income$42,125
Per Capita$26,615
Unemployment12.0%
Poverty13.5%
County GDP$1,134M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$61,000
Rent$725
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$127,025
Housing Units77
Rent Burden19.0%

Crime

Violent0/100K
Property0/100K
Murder0.0/100K
Assault0/100K
Burglary0/100K

Health

Obesity39.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.5%
Depression24.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain40.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation672 ft (205 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.6%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute26 min
Broadband83.0%
Libraries2

Is Indianola a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Indianola receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Indianola has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Indianola is $42,125, 44% below the national average of $75,149. At 12.0%, unemployment is notably high. 13.5% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Indianola is $61,000, 78% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $725 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Indianola is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 0 per 100,000, 100% below the national average.

Education

3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Indianola experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.4 inches, including 23.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Indianola has a population of 207 with a density of 531 people per square mile. The median age is 54.9 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.1%).

Population

207
Total Population
531
People / sq mi
54.9yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.2%
Female 47.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Indianola vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.4%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.6%
81% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Indianola vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Indianola is $42,125, which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 12.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Indianola vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,125
44% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,615
Avg Weekly Wage$1,124
IRS Avg AGI$59,038

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment12.0%
233% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.5%
9% above US avg
Establishments (County)294
County GDP$1,134M

Business (County)

Restaurants28
Healthcare24
Retail47
Manufacturing13

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.7 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Indianola is $61,000, 78% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $725 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $127,025.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$61,000
78% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$127,025

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$725
38% below US avg
Rent Burden19.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied88.0%
Housing Units77
Median Year Built1948

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate4.51%
In Indianola, 39.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.5% are current smokers. 24.0% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.9%
24% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.9%
Asthma10.2%
COPD6.7%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.5%
11% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.1%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression24.0%
Mental Distress18.5%
Physical Distress12.8%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.9%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate75.4%
Dental Visits63.7%
Premature Death10,157/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access55.6%
Healthcare Facilities24
Indianola has a violent crime rate of 0 per 100,000 residents, 100% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 0 per 100,000 (100% below US avg). The murder rate is 0.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Murder0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Rape0.0/100K
Robbery0.0/100K
Assault0.0/100K

Property Crime

Total Property0.0/100K
100% below US avg
Burglary0.0/100K
Theft0.0/100K
Vehicle Theft0.0/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Indianola has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.4 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall23.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation672 ft (205 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density531/sq mi
Coordinates39.9271°N, 87.7402°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS18165
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 3.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (89% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.7-point margin. 83.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.3%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.6%
89% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score5.34
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density531/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access83.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities24
Restaurants28
Retail Stores47

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.7 min
Drive Alone81.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home18.2%

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