Lagro, IN

Indiana

Lagro is a small town in Indiana with a population of 305. Residents earn $60,000 per year, which is 20% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
305 Population 517/sq mi density
$60,000 Median Income $24,115 per capita
$78,000 Home Value $193,855 Zillow
$942 Median Rent 13.6% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$60,000 median income, 5.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$78,000 home value, $942/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,000
20% lower than US avg
Home Value $78,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.4%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $942
19% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.0%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.1%
42% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.2%
2% lower than US avg

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

People

Population305
Median Age35.2 yrs
Density517/mi²
Male / Female52% / 48%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,000
Per Capita$24,115
Unemployment5.1%
Poverty12.2%
County GDP$1,715M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$78,000
Rent$942
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$193,855
Rent Burden13.6%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation765 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.4%
High School+78.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Lagro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lagro receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment. Lagro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lagro is $60,000, 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lagro is $78,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $942 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 78.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lagro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 19.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lagro has a population of 305 with a density of 517 people per square mile. The median age is 35.2 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.7%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

305
Total Population
517
People / sq mi
35.2yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.8%
Female 48.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Lagro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Lagro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lagro is $60,000, which is 20% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Lagro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,000
20% below US avg
Per Capita Income$24,115
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$69,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.1%
42% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.2%
2% below US avg
Establishments (County)778
County GDP$1,715M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare84
Retail113
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Lagro is $78,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $942 (19% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $193,855.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$78,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$193,855

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$942
19% below US avg
Rent Burden13.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate3.53%
In Lagro, 36.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.0%
12% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure31.9%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.4%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.4%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death10,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities84

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Lagro has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.5°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall19.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation765 ft (233 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density517/sq mi
Coordinates40.8417°N, 85.7279°W
County FIPS18169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.4%
84% below US avg
High School+78.8%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density517/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants65
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Work from Home1.5%

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