Maples, IN

Indiana

Maples is a small town in Indiana with a population of 101. Residents earn $85,417 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
101 Population 459/sq mi density
$85,417 Median Income $33,984 per capita
$122,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$85,417 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,700 home value
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
20.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,417
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $122,700
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.8%
38% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.9%
20% lower than US avg

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

People

Population101
Median Age55.7 yrs
Density459/mi²
Male / Female47% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans80.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$85,417
Per Capita$33,984
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty9.9%
County GDP$790M
Commute34 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.5 in/yr
Elevation800 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.8%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute34 min
Broadband46.0%
Libraries6

Is Maples a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maples receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Maples stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maples is $85,417, 14% 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%. 9.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maples is $122,700, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.8% 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

Maples experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Maples has a population of 101 with a density of 459 people per square mile. The median age is 55.7 years, 43% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

101
Total Population
459
People / sq mi
55.7yrs
Median Age
43% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.5%
Female 53.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Maples vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Maples vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maples is $85,417, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 34 minutes.

Income: Maples vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,417
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$33,984
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$67,814

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.9%
20% below US avg
Establishments (County)420
County GDP$790M

Business (County)

Restaurants29
Healthcare25
Retail48
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,073
12% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.50%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time34.2 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Maples is $122,700, 56% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,700
56% 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-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,073
12% below US avg
Effective Rate2.50%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.3%
Premature Death7,074/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access44.3%
Healthcare Facilities25

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Maples has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.5 inches
1% below US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation800 ft (244 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density459/sq mi
Coordinates41.0109°N, 84.9680°W
County FIPS39125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 20.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.2-point margin. 46.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.7%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 56.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.8%
38% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density459/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access46.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities25
Restaurants29
Retail Stores48

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute34.2 min
Drive Alone85.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home14.1%

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