Metamora, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Metamora is a small town in Indiana with a population of 402. Residents earn $60,682 per year, which is 19% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
402 Population 980/sq mi density
$60,682 Median Income $17,905 per capita
$131,800 Home Value $261,562 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.3 / 5.0
$60,682 median income, 8.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,800 home value
B
Education
3.3 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $60,682
19% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,800
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.4%
35% higher than US avg
Unemployment 8.3%
131% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population402
Median Age48.4 yrs
Density980/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B
Median Income$60,682
Per Capita$17,905
Unemployment8.3%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$773M

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$261,562

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.2%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Elevation716 ft

Education

B
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+57.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 82% / D 17%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Metamora a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Metamora receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, high obesity rates. Metamora offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Metamora is $60,682, 19% below the national average of $75,149. At 8.3%, unemployment is notably high. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Metamora is $131,800, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 57.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Metamora experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 17.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Metamora has a population of 402 with a density of 980 people per square mile. The median age is 48.4 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99%).

Population

402
Total Population
980
People / sq mi
48.4yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 50%
Female 50%

Race & Ethnicity

Metamora vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.8%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.2%
76% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Metamora vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Metamora is $60,682, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 8.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Metamora vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$60,682
19% below US avg
Per Capita Income$17,905
Avg Weekly Wage$858
IRS Avg AGI$73,995

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment8.3%
131% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)366
County GDP$773M

Business (County)

Restaurants48
Healthcare49
Retail63
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,577
2% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home12.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Metamora is $131,800, 53% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $261,562.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,800
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$261,562

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)$3,577
2% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Metamora, 43.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.2% report depression. 29.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.4%
35% above US avg
Diabetes12.7%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure37.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.9%
Physical Inactivity29.2%
Depression27.2%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress15.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.9%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death8,835/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access43.0%
Healthcare Facilities49

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Metamora has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.5°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall17.6 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation716 ft (218 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.1 km²)
Population Density980/sq mi
Coordinates39.4485°N, 85.1372°W
County FIPS18047
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 64.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.1%

Winner: Republican by 64.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+57.9%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density980/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities49
Restaurants48
Retail Stores63

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home12.1%

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