Jerome, IN

Indiana

Jerome is a small town in Indiana with a population of 31.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
31 Population 141/sq mi density
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+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population31
Median AgeN/A
Density141/mi²
Male / Female100% / 0%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans14.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,220M
Commute42 min

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation841 ft (256 m)

Education

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

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute42 min
Broadband14.0%
Libraries8

Is Jerome a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jerome receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Jerome stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

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 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Education

0.0% 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 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Jerome experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°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 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jerome has a population of 31 with a density of 141 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

31
Total Population
141
People / sq mi
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 100%
Female 0%

Race & Ethnicity

Jerome vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Jerome vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jerome is N/A. 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 42 minutes.

Income: Jerome vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

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

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time42.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Jerome has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.5 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation841 ft (256 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density141/sq mi
Coordinates40.4566°N, 85.9329°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 14.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below 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 Density141/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access14.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants132
Retail Stores215

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute42.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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