Kimmell, IN

Indiana

Kimmell is a small town in Indiana with a population of 459. Residents earn $43,367 per year, which is 42% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
459 Population 478/sq mi density
$43,367 Median Income $19,102 per capita
$91,900 Home Value $233,899 Zillow
$861 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$43,367 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$91,900 home value, $861/mo rent
B+
Education
3.7 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $43,367
42% lower than US avg
Home Value $91,900
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Median Rent $861
26% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.7%
6% lower than US avg

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

People

Population459
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density478/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B+
Median Income$43,367
Per Capita$19,102
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.7%
County GDP$2,553M

Housing

A+
Home Value$91,900
Rent$861
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$233,899

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.4%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation914 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+67.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Libraries6

Is Kimmell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Kimmell receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Kimmell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Kimmell is $43,367, 42% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Kimmell is $91,900, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $861 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 67.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Kimmell experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 47.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Kimmell has a population of 459 with a density of 478 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

459
Total Population
478
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Kimmell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Kimmell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Kimmell is $43,367, which is 42% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.7% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Kimmell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$43,367
42% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,102
Avg Weekly Wage$971
IRS Avg AGI$64,905

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.7%
6% below US avg
Establishments (County)983
County GDP$2,553M

Business (County)

Restaurants73
Healthcare82
Retail133
Manufacturing127

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,487
0% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.79%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Kimmell is $91,900, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $861 (26% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $233,899.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$91,900
67% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$233,899

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$861
26% 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-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,487
0% below US avg
Effective Rate3.79%
In Kimmell, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.4% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression25.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death8,647/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access60.2%
Healthcare Facilities82

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Kimmell has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall47.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation914 ft (279 m)
Area1.0 sq mi (2.5 km²)
Population Density478/sq mi
Coordinates41.3940°N, 85.5490°W
County FIPS18113
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–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 51.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.9%
D 23.5%

Winner: Republican by 51.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+67.1%
School Test Score6.01
B+ Education Grade (3.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density478/sq mi
Total Area1.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities82
Restaurants73
Retail Stores133

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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