Mellott, IN

Indiana

Mellott is a small town in Indiana with a population of 198. Residents earn $84,792 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
198 Population 582/sq mi density
$84,792 Median Income $39,933 per capita
$152,800 Home Value
$480 Median Rent 37.0% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$84,792 median income, 2.2% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$152,800 home value, $480/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,792
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $152,800
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $480
59% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.4%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.2%
39% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.0%
35% lower than US avg

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

People

Population198
Median Age36.7 yrs
Density582/mi²
Male / Female51% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans10.1%

Economy

A+
Median Income$84,792
Per Capita$39,933
Unemployment2.2%
Poverty8.0%
County GDP$638M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$152,800
Rent$480
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden37.0%

Health

Obesity42.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation701 ft (214 m)

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+84.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute27 min
Broadband71.0%
Libraries4

Is Mellott a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mellott receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Mellott stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mellott is $84,792, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.2%. 8.0% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mellott is $152,800, 46% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $480 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

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mellott experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mellott has a population of 198 with a density of 582 people per square mile. The median age is 36.7 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.4%).

Population

198
Total Population
582
People / sq mi
36.7yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50.5%
Female 49.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Mellott vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mellott vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mellott is $84,792, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.2% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Mellott vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,792
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,933
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$63,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.2%
39% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.0%
35% below US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$638M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare22
Retail62
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.6 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mellott is $152,800, 46% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $480 (59% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$152,800
46% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$480
59% below US avg
Rent Burden37.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Mellott, 42.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 25.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.4%
32% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD8.2%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity25.9%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress20.1%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.3%
Checkup Rate77.3%
Premature Death10,687/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access51.7%
Healthcare Facilities22
Mellott has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°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

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation701 ft (214 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density582/sq mi
Coordinates40.1641°N, 87.1488°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60-point margin. 71.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+84.4%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density582/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access71.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants31
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.6 min
Drive Alone87.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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