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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
| English Only | 98.6% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 1.4% |
| 90% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $84,792 |
| 13% above US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $39,933 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $891 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $63,277 |
| Unemployment | 2.2% |
| 39% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 8.0% |
| 35% below US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 370 |
| County GDP | $638M |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Healthcare | 22 |
| Retail | 62 |
| Manufacturing | 24 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,500 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 1.64% |
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
| Census Median | $152,800 |
| 46% below US avg |
| Census Median Rent | $480 |
| 59% below US avg | |
| Rent Burden | 37.0% |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
| Owner-Occupied | 84.5% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,500 |
| 29% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 1.64% |
| Obesity | 42.4% |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 10.9% |
| Heart Disease | 6.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 34.4% |
| Asthma | 11.9% |
| COPD | 8.2% |
| Stroke | 3.1% |
| Binge Drinking | 18.2% |
| Physical Inactivity | 25.9% |
| Depression | 28.1% |
| Mental Distress | 20.1% |
| Physical Distress | 14.4% |
| Insurance Rate | 97.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.3% |
| Premature Death | 10,687/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 51.7% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
| Annual Average | 50.8°F |
| 6% below US avg | |
| January Average | 24°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 73°F (23°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 40.1 inches |
| 5% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 23.3 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 701 ft (214 m) |
| Area | 0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 582/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.1641°N, 87.1488°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County FIPS | 18045 |
Winner: Republican by 60 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 18.5% |
| 45% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 84.4% |
| School Test Score | 6.01 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 582/sq mi |
| Total Area | 0.3 sq mi |
| Broadband Access | 71.0% |
| Public Libraries | 4 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 22 |
| Restaurants | 31 |
| Retail Stores | 62 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 5 |
| Avg Commute | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 87.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |