Indiana
Jefferson is a small town in Indiana with a population of 169. Residents earn $38,984 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, Jefferson receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Jefferson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in Jefferson is $38,984, 48% below the national average of $75,149. 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 11 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.
The median home value in Jefferson is $145,100, 49% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.5/10.
Jefferson experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 24.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,984 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $14,051 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,019 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $58,630 |
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 634 |
| County GDP | $2,022M |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Healthcare | 59 |
| Retail | 100 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,403 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.66% |
| Commute Time | 10.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.5% |
| Census Median | $145,100 |
| 49% below US avg |
| Studio | $669 |
| 1 Bedroom | $818 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $971 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,201 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,524 |
| Owner-Occupied | 67.3% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,403 |
| 31% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.66% |
| Annual Average | 51.7°F |
| 4% below US avg | |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 43.3 inches |
| 14% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 24.1 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 860 ft (262 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,536/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.2793°N, 86.5911°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County FIPS | 18023 |
Winner: Republican by 48 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 8.0% |
| 76% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 100.0% |
| School Test Score | 5.52 |
| RUCC Code 6 | Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent |
| Population Density | 1,536/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.1 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 55.0% |
| Public Libraries | 7 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 59 |
| Restaurants | 54 |
| Retail Stores | 100 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 10.8 min |
| Drive Alone | 57.7% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 13.5% |