Maxwell, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Maxwell is a small town in Indiana with a population of 339. Residents earn $59,286 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
339 Population 464/sq mi density
$59,286 Median Income $18,059 per capita
$204,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$59,286 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$204,800 home value
B+
Education
3.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,286
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $204,800
27% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population339
Median Age22.6 yrs
Density464/mi²
Male / Female58% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans70.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,286
Per Capita$18,059
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$4,922M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$204,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.8 in/yr
Elevation913 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+71.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute38 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries4

Is Maxwell a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Maxwell receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times. Maxwell stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Maxwell is $59,286, 21% below the national average of $75,149. 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%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Maxwell is $204,800, 27% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. A price-to-income ratio of 3.5x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 71.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Maxwell 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.

Maxwell has a population of 339 with a density of 464 people per square mile. The median age is 22.6 years, 42% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

339
Total Population
464
People / sq mi
22.6yrs
Median Age
42% below US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.5%
Female 42.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Maxwell vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Maxwell vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Maxwell is $59,286, which is 21% below 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. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Maxwell vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,286
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$18,059
Avg Weekly Wage$1,089
IRS Avg AGI$84,839

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,045
County GDP$4,922M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare155
Retail164
Manufacturing73

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,198
9% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.56%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time37.8 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Maxwell is $204,800, 27% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$204,800
27% 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-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,198
9% below US avg
Effective Rate1.56%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death7,434/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access69.7%
Healthcare Facilities155

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Safety Score

Maxwell 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

Elevation913 ft (278 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.9 km²)
Population Density464/sq mi
Coordinates39.8557°N, 85.7683°W
County FIPS18059
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 33.7-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 65.9%
D 32.2%

Winner: Republican by 33.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+71.8%
School Test Score6.01
B+ Education Grade (3.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density464/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities155
Restaurants132
Retail Stores164

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)12

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute37.8 min
Drive Alone76.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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