Knox, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Starke County County
Knox, IN
At a Glance
How Knox Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Knox's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Knox a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Knox residents earn a median household income of $45,647 , which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $22,215. The unemployment rate stands at 2.9% (19% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 32.3% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 337 business establishments, including 29 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Knox is $125,300 , 56% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $229,443. Median rent is $613/month, with 32.9% 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 1966.
Safety & Crime
Knox reports 531 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 40% above the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 531/100K.
Education
15.3% of adults in Knox hold a bachelor's degree or higher (55% below the national average). 78.4% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.7/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Knox has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.2 inches.