Jefferson, IN

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.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
169 Population 1,536/sq mi density
$38,984 Median Income $14,051 per capita
$145,100 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$38,984 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$145,100 home value
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
8.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $38,984
48% lower than US avg
Home Value $145,100
49% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.0%
76% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population169
Median Age31.2 yrs
Density1,536/mi²
Male / Female29% / 71%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans87.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$38,984
Per Capita$14,051
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,022M
Commute11 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$145,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation860 ft (262 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score5.52

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute11 min
Broadband55.0%
Libraries7

Is Jefferson a Good Place to Live?

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.

Economy & Jobs

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.

Cost of Living & Housing

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.

Education

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.

Climate & Weather

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.

Jefferson has a population of 169 with a density of 1,536 people per square mile. The median age is 31.2 years, 20% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

169
Total Population
1,536
People / sq mi
31.2yrs
Median Age
20% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 29%
Female 71%

Race & Ethnicity

Jefferson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jefferson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jefferson is $38,984, which is 48% below 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 11 minutes.

Income: Jefferson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$38,984
48% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,051
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$58,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)634
County GDP$2,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare59
Retail100
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,403
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time10.8 min
Drive Alone57.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Jefferson is $145,100, 49% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$145,100
49% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$669
1 Bedroom$818
2 Bedrooms$971
3 Bedrooms$1,201
4 Bedrooms$1,524

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,403
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.66%
Jefferson has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.7°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall24.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation860 ft (262 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,536/sq mi
Coordinates40.2793°N, 86.5911°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (76% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin. 55.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.0%
76% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score5.52
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,536/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access55.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants54
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute10.8 min
Drive Alone57.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home13.5%

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