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Jalapa, IN

Indiana

Jalapa is a small town in Indiana with a population of 68. Residents earn $163,571 per year, which is 118% above the national average.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
68 Population 119/sq mi density
$163,571 Median Income $99,363 per capita
$228,600 Home Value
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$163,571 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$228,600 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
57.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $163,571
118% higher than US avg
Home Value $228,600
19% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 57.4%
70% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population68
Median Age53.4 yrs
Density119/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans68.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$163,571
Per Capita$99,363
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,220M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$228,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units26
Rent Burden27.3%

Health

Obesity38.0%
Uninsured8.7%
Smoking14.4%
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+57.4%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute17 min
Broadband42.0%
Libraries8

Is Jalapa a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Jalapa is $163,571, which is significantly higher than the national average — 118% above $75,149. This places Jalapa among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jalapa is $228,600, 19% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Jalapa is a highly educated community — 57.4% 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

Jalapa experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches, including 24.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jalapa has a population of 68 with a density of 119 people per square mile. The median age is 53.4 years, 37% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

68
Total Population
119
People / sq mi
53.4yrs
Median Age
37% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.3%
Female 39.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Jalapa vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jalapa vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jalapa is $163,571, which is 118% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Jalapa vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$163,571
118% above US avg
Per Capita Income$99,363
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$53,014

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,280
County GDP$3,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare170
Retail215
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,512
28% below US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate1.10%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Jalapa is $228,600, 19% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$228,600
19% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden27.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units26

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,512
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.10%
In Jalapa, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.7% of residents lack health insurance. 14.4% are current smokers. 26.3% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.4%
3% above US avg
Binge Drinking19.6%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress17.6%
Physical Distress12.4%
Short Sleep39.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured8.7%
1% above US avg
Primary Care1:2,367
Dentists1:1,572
Mental Health1:339
Checkup Rate78.2%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death14,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities170
Jalapa has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall24.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density119/sq mi
Coordinates40.6248°N, 85.7412°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 57.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 42.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+57.4%
70% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density119/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access42.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants132
Retail Stores215

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.7 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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