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Metz, IN

Indiana

Metz is a small town in Indiana with a population of 26.

3.2 /5.0
B Good
26 Population 325/sq mi density
49°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.2 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.2 / 5.0
26.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 26.9%
20% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population26
Median Age64.9 yrs
Density325/mi²
Male / Female73% / 27%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans26.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$25,423
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,187M
Commute12 min

Climate

Avg Temp49°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain37.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation995 ft (303 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+26.9%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 25%
Commute12 min
Broadband19.0%
Libraries7

Is Metz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Metz receives an overall livability score of 3.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Metz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

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 12 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Education

26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Metz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 37.9 inches, including 32.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Metz has a population of 26 with a density of 325 people per square mile. The median age is 64.9 years, 67% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

26
Total Population
325
People / sq mi
64.9yrs
Median Age
67% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 73.1%
Female 26.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Metz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Metz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Metz is N/A. 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 12 minutes.

Income: Metz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$25,423
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$59,758

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)924
County GDP$2,187M

Business (County)

Restaurants71
Healthcare67
Retail124
Manufacturing99

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,132
18% above US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time12.3 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Metz has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 37.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.1°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall37.9 inches
0% below US avg
Snowfall32.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation995 ft (303 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.2 km²)
Population Density325/sq mi
Coordinates41.6164°N, 84.8375°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS39171
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 26.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (20% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.3-point margin. 19.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.7%
D 25.4%

Winner: Republican by 48.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+26.9%
20% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density325/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access19.0%
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities67
Restaurants71
Retail Stores124

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)7

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute12.3 min
Drive Alone50.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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