Median Income
$33,636
55% lower than US avg
Home Value
$109,000
61% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
8.1%
76% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$696
40% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment
2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
31.0%
150% higher than US avg
How Jeffersonville Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population1,252
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density736/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 92%
Economy
C
Median Income$33,636
Per Capita$20,313
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty31.0%
County GDP$2,262M
Commute28 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$109,000
Rent$696
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$238,201
Health
Obesity42.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.9%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI43 (Good)
Rain42.3 in/yr
Elevation1,047 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+8.1%
High School+91.4%
School Score5.90
Community
2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute28 min
EV Stations1
Libraries1
Is Jeffersonville a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Jeffersonville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Jeffersonville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Jeffersonville is $33,636, 55% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. The poverty rate of 31.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Jeffersonville is $109,000, 61% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $696 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.2x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
Education
8.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.
Climate & Weather
Jeffersonville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Jeffersonville has a population of 1,252 with a density of 736 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.5%), with 1.5% Hispanic, 1.3% Black.
Population
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Jeffersonville vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.9% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 1.1% |
| 92% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Jeffersonville vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Jeffersonville is $33,636, which is 55% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 31.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.
Income: Jeffersonville vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $33,636 |
| 55% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $20,313 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $970 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $57,648 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 31.0% |
| 150% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 692 |
| County GDP | $2,262M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 78 |
| Healthcare | 53 |
| Retail | 145 |
| Manufacturing | 34 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $3,644 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.34% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 28.3 min |
| Work from Home | 5.2% |
The median home value in Jeffersonville is $109,000, 61% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $696 (40% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $238,201.
Home Values
| Census Median | $109,000 |
| 61% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $238,201 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
| $/Sq Ft | $121 |
| Homes Sold | 4 |
| Sale-to-List Ratio | 98.8% |
| Price Drops | 0.0% |
| Inventory | 9 |
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $696 |
| 40% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $873 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,092 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,388 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,550 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $3,644 |
| 4% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.34% |
In Jeffersonville, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.5% report depression. 32.1% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Jeffersonville vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 42.9% |
| 34% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 12.8% |
| Heart Disease | 6.9% |
| High Blood Pressure | 38.2% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 9.0% |
| Stroke | 3.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 17.3% |
| Physical Inactivity | 32.1% |
| Depression | 28.5% |
| Mental Distress | 21.4% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 82.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.5% |
| Premature Death | 11,760/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 64.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 53 |
Crime Rates: Jeffersonville vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Jeffersonville has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.
Temperature
26°F Jan (-3°C)
72°F Jul (22°C)
| Annual Average | 50.4°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 26°F (-3°C) |
| July Average | 72°F (22°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 42.3 inches |
| 11% above US avg |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 43.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,047 ft (319 m) |
| Area | 1.7 sq mi (4.4 km²) |
| Population Density | 736/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 39.6534°N, 83.5516°W |
| County FIPS | 39047 |