Jasper, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Dubois County County
Jasper, IN
At a Glance
How Jasper Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Jasper's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Jasper a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Jasper residents earn a median household income of $65,283 , which is 13% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $35,929. The unemployment rate stands at 2.8% (22% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 4.8% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 1,392 business establishments, including 115 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Jasper is $203,300 , 28% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $271,759. Median rent is $741/month, with 21.9% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1983.
Safety & Crime
Jasper reports 125 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 67% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 613/100K.
Education
28.7% of adults in Jasper hold a bachelor's degree or higher (15% below the national average). 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.2/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Jasper has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 80°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 39.