Michigantown, IN

Indiana

Michigantown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 470. Residents earn $73,214 per year, which is 3% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
470 Population 1,741/sq mi density
$73,214 Median Income $30,645 per capita
$125,000 Home Value $223,984 Zillow
$963 Median Rent 18.3% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$73,214 median income, 0.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,000 home value, $963/mo rent
C
Education
2.2 / 5.0
14.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $73,214
3% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,000
56% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 14.7%
56% lower than US avg
Median Rent $963
17% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.0%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.3%
92% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 16.2%
31% higher than US avg

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

People

Population470
Median Age30.0 yrs
Density1,741/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$73,214
Per Capita$30,645
Unemployment0.3%
Poverty16.2%
County GDP$2,022M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,000
Rent$963
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$223,984
Rent Burden18.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation874 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+14.7%
High School+92.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute23 min
Libraries7

Is Michigantown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Michigantown receives an overall livability score of 3.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Michigantown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Michigantown is $73,214, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.3%. The poverty rate of 16.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Michigantown is $125,000, 56% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $963 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Michigantown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 34.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Michigantown has a population of 470 with a density of 1,741 people per square mile. The median age is 30.0 years, 23% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.7%), with 1.3% Hispanic.

Population

470
Total Population
1,741
People / sq mi
30.0yrs
Median Age
23% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Michigantown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Michigantown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Michigantown is $73,214, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 16.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Michigantown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$73,214
3% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,645
Avg Weekly Wage$1,019
IRS Avg AGI$58,630

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.3%
92% below US avg
Poverty Rate16.2%
31% above US avg
Establishments (County)634
County GDP$2,022M

Business (County)

Restaurants54
Healthcare59
Retail100
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,403
31% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.2 min
Work from Home3.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Michigantown is $125,000, 56% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $963 (17% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $223,984.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,000
56% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$223,984

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$963
17% below US avg
Rent Burden18.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied67.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,403
31% below US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Michigantown, 39.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.0%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.6%
COPD7.8%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,709/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.6/10
Exercise Access68.8%
Healthcare Facilities59

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Michigantown has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.6°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall34.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation874 ft (266 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,741/sq mi
Coordinates40.3280°N, 86.3917°W
County FIPS18023
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 14.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (56% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 25.2%

Winner: Republican by 48 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+14.7%
56% below US avg
High School+92.1%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,741/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities59
Restaurants54
Retail Stores100

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.2 min
Work from Home3.2%

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