Milan, IN

Indiana

Milan is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,775. Residents earn $54,688 per year, which is 27% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
1,775 Population 892/sq mi density
$54,688 Median Income $26,015 per capita
$136,400 Home Value $264,275 Zillow
$906 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$54,688 median income, 1.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,400 home value, $906/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,688
27% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,400
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.8%
74% lower than US avg
Median Rent $906
22% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 35.9%
12% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.3%
64% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.9%
28% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,775
Median Age45.0 yrs
Density892/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,688
Per Capita$26,015
Unemployment1.3%
Poverty15.9%
County GDP$1,408M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,400
Rent$906
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,275

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity35.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.9%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation1,000 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.8%
High School+89.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 80% / D 19%
Commute32 min
Libraries4

Is Milan a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milan receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Milan offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milan is $54,688, 27% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.3%. The poverty rate of 15.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milan is $136,400, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $906 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Milan experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Milan has a population of 1,775 with a density of 892 people per square mile. The median age is 45.0 years, 16% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.6%).

Population

1,775
Total Population
892
People / sq mi
45.0yrs
Median Age
16% above US avg
2.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.8%
Female 51.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Milan vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.6%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.4%
90% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milan vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milan is $54,688, which is 27% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Milan vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,688
27% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,015
Avg Weekly Wage$1,046
IRS Avg AGI$66,647

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.3%
64% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.9%
28% above US avg
Establishments (County)800
County GDP$1,408M

Business (County)

Restaurants46
Healthcare69
Retail102
Manufacturing34

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,633
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.93%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.9 min
Work from Home5.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Milan is $136,400, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $906 (22% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,275.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,400
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$264,275

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$906
22% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,633
25% below US avg
Effective Rate1.93%
In Milan, 35.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.9% report depression. 23.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity35.9%
12% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity23.5%
Depression26.9%
Mental Distress19.5%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.5%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death9,690/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.5/10
Exercise Access31.8%
Healthcare Facilities69

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Milan has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,000 ft (305 m)
Area2.0 sq mi (5.2 km²)
Population Density892/sq mi
Coordinates39.1252°N, 85.1201°W
County FIPS18137
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 8.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (74% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 61.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 80.1%
D 18.7%

Winner: Republican by 61.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.8%
74% below US avg
High School+89.5%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density892/sq mi
Total Area2.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants46
Retail Stores102

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.9 min
Work from Home5.2%

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