Malden, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Malden is a small town in Indiana with a population of 235. Residents earn $92,596 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
235 Population 331/sq mi density
$92,596 Median Income $37,701 per capita
$226,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.9 / 5.0
$92,596 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$226,700 home value
B
Education
3.4 / 5.0
29.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,596
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $226,700
20% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 29.5%
12% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population235
Median Age30.8 yrs
Density331/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 68%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,596
Per Capita$37,701
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,875M

Housing

A+
Home Value$226,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain33.4 in/yr
Elevation711 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+29.5%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
CommuteN/A
Broadband97.0%
Libraries7

Is Malden a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Malden receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Malden stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Malden is $92,596, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Malden is $226,700, 20% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

29.5% 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

Malden experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Malden has a population of 235 with a density of 331 people per square mile. The median age is 30.8 years, 21% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (67.7%), with 18.7% Black.

Population

235
Total Population
331
People / sq mi
30.8yrs
Median Age
21% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.1%
Female 48.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Malden vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Malden vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Malden is $92,596, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Malden vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,596
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$37,701
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$88,304

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,215
County GDP$9,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare439
Retail464
Manufacturing151

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,957
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Malden is $226,700, 20% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$226,700
20% below US avg

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-Occupied69.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,957
42% above US avg
Effective Rate2.19%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.3%
Premature Death7,441/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities439

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Malden has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 33.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average51.8°F
4% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall33.4 inches
12% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation711 ft (217 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density331/sq mi
Coordinates41.3767°N, 87.0280°W
County FIPS18127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 29.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (12% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.5-point margin. 97.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+29.5%
12% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density331/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities439
Restaurants369
Retail Stores464

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home9.9%

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