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Jonesville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Jonesville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 165.

1.5 /5.0
D Poor
165 Population 1,100/sq mi density
$119,500 Home Value
$840 Median Rent 14.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
D
Overall
1.5 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $119,500
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $840
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.6%
15% lower than US avg

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

People

Population165
Median Age50.7 yrs
Density1,100/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans9.5%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,775
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty10.6%
County GDP$9,284M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$119,500
Rent$840
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units89
Rent Burden14.0%

Health

Obesity38.7%
Uninsured7.3%
Smoking14.9%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation591 ft (180 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+88.7%
Graduate+2.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute25 min
Broadband84.0%
Libraries3

Is Jonesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Jonesville receives an overall livability score of 1.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Jonesville faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 10.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Jonesville is $119,500, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $840 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Jonesville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Jonesville has a population of 165 with a density of 1,100 people per square mile. The median age is 50.7 years, 30% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%), with 2.4% Hispanic.

Population

165
Total Population
1,100
People / sq mi
50.7yrs
Median Age
30% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.8%
Female 44.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Jonesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Jonesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Jonesville is N/A. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Jonesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,775
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$81,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.6%
15% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,119
County GDP$9,284M

Business (County)

Restaurants168
Healthcare242
Retail293
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.2 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Jonesville is $119,500, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $840 (28% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$119,500
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$77
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio95.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$840
28% below US avg
Rent Burden14.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.9%
Housing Units89
Median Year Built1949

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Rate3.72%
In Jonesville, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.3% of residents lack health insurance. 14.9% are current smokers. 27.6% report depression. 21.1% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Jonesville vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.7%
21% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.2%
High Blood Pressure32.6%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.6%
Cancer7.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking14.9%
6% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity21.1%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.5%
Short Sleep34.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Uninsured7.3%
15% below US avg
Checkup Rate79.0%
Dental Visits68.6%
Premature Death9,281/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities242
Jonesville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation591 ft (180 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,100/sq mi
Coordinates39.0598°N, 85.8879°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.3-point margin. 84.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+88.7%
Graduate Degree+2.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,100/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access84.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants168
Retail Stores293

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.2 min
Drive Alone93.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home2.3%

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