Lizton, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Lizton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 620. Residents earn $105,938 per year, which is 41% above the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
620 Population 849/sq mi density
$105,938 Median Income $35,349 per capita
$193,500 Home Value $344,469 Zillow
$1,054 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$105,938 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$193,500 home value, $1,054/mo rent
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $105,938
41% higher than US avg
Home Value $193,500
31% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.4%
7% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,054
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.0%
15% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.2%
90% lower than US avg

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

People

Population620
Median Age29.4 yrs
Density849/mi²
Male / Female40% / 60%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$105,938
Per Capita$35,349
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty1.2%
County GDP$10,412M
Commute30 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$193,500
Rent$1,054
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$344,469

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.5%
Heart Disease5.7%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.3 in/yr
Elevation947 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.4%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 60% / D 38%
Commute30 min
Libraries6

Is Lizton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lizton receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Lizton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lizton is $105,938, which is significantly higher than the national average — 41% above $75,149. This places Lizton among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lizton is $193,500, 31% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,054 per month. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.4% 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

Lizton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.3 inches, including 14.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lizton has a population of 620 with a density of 849 people per square mile. The median age is 29.4 years, 24% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.1%).

Population

620
Total Population
849
People / sq mi
29.4yrs
Median Age
24% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 40.3%
Female 59.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Lizton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lizton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lizton is $105,938, which is 41% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 30 minutes.

Income: Lizton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$105,938
41% above US avg
Per Capita Income$35,349
Avg Weekly Wage$1,028
IRS Avg AGI$87,147

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.2%
90% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,317
County GDP$10,412M

Business (County)

Restaurants370
Healthcare401
Retail474
Manufacturing97

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.96%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.7 min
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lizton is $193,500, 31% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,054 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $344,469.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$193,500
31% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$344,469

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,054
9% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied66.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,788
8% above US avg
Effective Rate1.96%
In Lizton, 37.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.5% report depression. 20.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.0%
15% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.7%
High Blood Pressure33.0%
Asthma11.3%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity20.7%
Depression24.5%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.3%
Checkup Rate76.5%
Premature Death6,172/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access76.8%
Healthcare Facilities401

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Lizton has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.3 inches
14% above US avg
Snowfall14.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation947 ft (289 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density849/sq mi
Coordinates39.8836°N, 86.5422°W
County FIPS18063
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 21.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.9%
D 38.4%

Winner: Republican by 21.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.4%
7% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density849/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities401
Restaurants370
Retail Stores474

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.7 min
Work from Home11.7%

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