Markleville, IN

Indiana

Markleville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 784. Residents earn $85,625 per year, which is 14% above the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
784 Population 1,400/sq mi density
$85,625 Median Income $29,769 per capita
$149,400 Home Value $281,648 Zillow
$1,060 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$85,625 median income, 4.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$149,400 home value, $1,060/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $85,625
14% higher than US avg
Home Value $149,400
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,060
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.4%
1% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.7%
31% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.3%
41% lower than US avg

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

People

Population784
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density1,400/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans12.6%

Economy

A
Median Income$85,625
Per Capita$29,769
Unemployment4.7%
Poverty7.3%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$149,400
Rent$1,060
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$281,648
Rent Burden23.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation956 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+94.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute29 min
Broadband95.8%
Libraries5

Is Markleville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Markleville receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, strong internet connectivity. Markleville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Markleville is $85,625, 14% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 4.7%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Markleville is $149,400, 47% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,060 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Markleville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.8 inches, including 20.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Markleville has a population of 784 with a density of 1,400 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.1%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

784
Total Population
1,400
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.1%
Female 49.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Markleville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.8%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.2%
91% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Markleville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Markleville is $85,625, which is 14% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 7.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Markleville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$85,625
14% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,769
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$58,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.7%
31% above US avg
Poverty Rate7.3%
41% below US avg
Establishments (County)893
County GDP$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare95
Retail138
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.95%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.6 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

Walkability

The median home value in Markleville is $149,400, 47% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,060 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $281,648.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$149,400
47% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$281,648
Median List Price$242,400

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$242,400
$/Sq Ft$186
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,060
9% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied83.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.95%
In Markleville, 32.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.4%
1% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress18.0%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.3%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death10,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities95

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Markleville has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.9°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.8 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall20.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation956 ft (291 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Coordinates39.9763°N, 85.6167°W
County FIPS18065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 95.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+94.3%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,400/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access95.8%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants80
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.6 min
Drive Alone75.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.3%

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