Mier, IN

Indiana

Mier is a small town in Indiana with a population of 142.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
142 Population 592/sq mi density
51°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 31.0%
8% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.1%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population142
Median Age51.5 yrs
Density592/mi²
Male / Female31% / 69%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans35.9%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$46,706
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$3,220M
Commute22 min

Health

Obesity34.1%
Uninsured5.5%
Smoking12.8%
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation832 ft (254 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+31.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Broadband51.0%
Libraries8

Is Mier a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mier receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Mier 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 22 minutes.

Education

31.0% 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

Mier experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°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 41.8 inches, including 24.5 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mier has a population of 142 with a density of 592 people per square mile. The median age is 51.5 years, 32% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

142
Total Population
592
People / sq mi
51.5yrs
Median Age
32% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 31%
Female 69%

Race & Ethnicity

Mier vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Mier vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mier 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 22 minutes.

Income: Mier vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$46,706
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$53,014

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,280
County GDP$3,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare170
Retail215
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,512
28% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

In Mier, 34.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 5.5% of residents lack health insurance. 12.8% are current smokers. 27.0% report depression. 20.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.1%
6% above US avg
Diabetes9.8%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.0%
COPD6.3%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking12.8%
9% below US avg
Binge Drinking15.2%
Physical Inactivity20.3%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress17.2%
Physical Distress11.7%
Short Sleep33.0%

Healthcare Access

Uninsured5.5%
36% below US avg
Checkup Rate73.2%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death14,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities170
Mier 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 41.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall24.5 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation832 ft (254 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density592/sq mi
Coordinates40.5748°N, 85.8232°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 31.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (8% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin. 51.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.0%
8% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
B Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density592/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access51.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants132
Retail Stores215

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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