Linton, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Greene County County
Linton, IN
At a Glance
How Linton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Linton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Linton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Linton residents earn a median household income of $41,968 , which is 44% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $24,873. The unemployment rate stands at 9.5% (164% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 18.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 602 business establishments, including 51 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Linton is $86,800 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $175,759. Median rent is $791/month, with 27.1% 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 1963.
Safety & Crime
Linton reports 230 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 39% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 1,918/100K.
Education
14.9% of adults in Linton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below the national average). 82.1% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.9/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Linton 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 totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.