Lewis, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Lewis is a small town in Indiana with a population of 583.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
583 Population 2,159/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $13,424 per capita
N/A Home Value $210,500 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 94.6%
663% higher than US avg

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

People

Population583
Median Age24.2 yrs
Density2,159/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$13,424
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty94.6%
County GDP$1,042M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,500

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.2 in/yr
Elevation599 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
CommuteN/A
Libraries1

Is Lewis a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lewis receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Lewis stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 94.6% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lewis experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lewis has a population of 583 with a density of 2,159 people per square mile. The median age is 24.2 years, 38% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

583
Total Population
2,159
People / sq mi
24.2yrs
Median Age
38% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Lewis vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lewis vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lewis is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 94.6% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Lewis vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$13,424
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$62,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate94.6%
663% above US avg
Establishments (County)529
County GDP$1,042M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare57
Retail83
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,477
58% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,500.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$210,500

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied5.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,477
58% below US avg

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate73.2%
Premature Death9,097/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access53.0%
Healthcare Facilities57

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Lewis has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average29°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.2 inches
24% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation599 ft (183 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,159/sq mi
Coordinates39.2601°N, 87.2553°W
County FIPS18021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 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 56.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density2,159/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants49
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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