Kewanna, IN

Indiana

Kewanna is a small town in Indiana with a population of 546. Residents earn $40,750 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
546 Population 993/sq mi density
$40,750 Median Income $26,951 per capita
$65,000 Home Value $178,066 Zillow
$613 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,750 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$65,000 home value, $613/mo rent
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
17.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,750
46% lower than US avg
Home Value $65,000
77% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 17.2%
49% lower than US avg
Median Rent $613
47% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.9%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.5%
65% higher than US avg

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

People

Population546
Median Age43.0 yrs
Density993/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,750
Per Capita$26,951
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty20.5%
County GDP$905M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$65,000
Rent$613
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$178,066

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.8 in/yr
Elevation780 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+17.2%
High School+82.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Kewanna a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kewanna receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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. Kewanna offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kewanna is $40,750, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. The poverty rate of 20.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kewanna is $65,000, 77% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $613 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 82.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kewanna experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.8 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kewanna has a population of 546 with a density of 993 people per square mile. The median age is 43.0 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.6%), with 1.5% Hispanic.

Population

546
Total Population
993
People / sq mi
43.0yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.9%
Female 45.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Kewanna vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Kewanna vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kewanna is $40,750, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 20.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Kewanna vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,750
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,951
Avg Weekly Wage$933
IRS Avg AGI$63,511

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate20.5%
65% above US avg
Establishments (County)476
County GDP$905M

Business (County)

Restaurants47
Healthcare45
Retail94
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,817
20% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.33%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.1 min
Work from Home2.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Kewanna is $65,000, 77% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $613 (47% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $178,066.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$65,000
77% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$178,066

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$613
47% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,817
20% below US avg
Effective Rate4.33%
In Kewanna, 41.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 26.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.9%
31% above US avg
Diabetes11.5%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure35.4%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.7%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity26.8%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate89.9%
Checkup Rate77.1%
Premature Death11,508/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access39.4%
Healthcare Facilities45

Crime Rates: Kewanna vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Kewanna has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.2°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.8 inches
7% above US avg
Snowfall30.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation780 ft (238 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density993/sq mi
Coordinates41.0193°N, 86.4125°W
County FIPS18049
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 17.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (49% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.7%

Winner: Republican by 51.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+17.2%
49% below US avg
High School+82.1%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density993/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants47
Retail Stores94

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.1 min
Work from Home2.2%

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