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Knightstown, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Henry County County
Knightstown, IN
At a Glance
How Knightstown Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Knightstown's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Knightstown a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Knightstown residents earn a median household income of $44,655 , which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $27,690. The unemployment rate stands at 4.7% (31% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 22.5% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 893 business establishments, including 80 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Knightstown is $121,500 , 57% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $219,448. Median rent is $805/month, with 38.5% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1938.
Safety & Crime
Knightstown reports 81 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 79% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 4,552/100K.
Education
13.6% of adults in Knightstown hold a bachelor's degree or higher (60% below the national average). 91.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Knightstown has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.