Lynn, IN

Indiana

Lynn is a small town in Indiana with a population of 994. Residents earn $44,450 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
994 Population 1,744/sq mi density
$44,450 Median Income $29,288 per capita
$79,000 Home Value $160,726 Zillow
$659 Median Rent 26.7% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$44,450 median income, 5.6% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$79,000 home value, $659/mo rent
F
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,450
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $79,000
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.2%
82% lower than US avg
Median Rent $659
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.7%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.6%
56% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.1%
67% lower than US avg

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

People

Population994
Median Age47.2 yrs
Density1,744/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 94%
Veterans10.9%

Economy

B
Median Income$44,450
Per Capita$29,288
Unemployment5.6%
Poverty4.1%
County GDP$3,389M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$79,000
Rent$659
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$160,726
Rent Burden26.7%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.1%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation1,170 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+6.2%
High School+92.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
Commute31 min
Broadband79.5%
Libraries4

Is Lynn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Lynn receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Lynn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Lynn is $44,450, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.6% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Lynn is $79,000, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $659 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Lynn 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 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Lynn has a population of 994 with a density of 1,744 people per square mile. The median age is 47.2 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93.6%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

994
Total Population
1,744
People / sq mi
47.2yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45%
Female 55%

Race & Ethnicity

Lynn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Lynn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Lynn is $44,450, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.6% (above the 3.6% US average). 4.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Lynn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,450
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,288
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$64,246

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.6%
56% above US avg
Poverty Rate4.1%
67% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,354
County GDP$3,389M

Business (County)

Restaurants83
Healthcare85
Retail170
Manufacturing64

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,704
6% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.69%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time30.7 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Lynn is $79,000, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $659 (43% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $160,726.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$79,000
72% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$160,726

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$659
43% below US avg
Rent Burden26.7%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied71.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,704
6% above US avg
Effective Rate4.69%
In Lynn, 37.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.1% report depression. 25.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.7%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity25.8%
Depression27.1%
Mental Distress19.8%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate76.7%
Premature Death9,154/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access57.4%
Healthcare Facilities85

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disasters91

Safety Score

Lynn has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,170 ft (357 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,744/sq mi
Coordinates40.0487°N, 84.9425°W
County FIPS39037
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (82% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 65.4-point margin. 79.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 82.4%
D 17%

Winner: Republican by 65.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.2%
82% below US avg
High School+92.0%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,744/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.5%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities85
Restaurants83
Retail Stores170

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)11
FEMA Disaster Declarations91

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute30.7 min
Drive Alone70.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.7%

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