Millhousen, IN

Indiana

Millhousen is a small town in Indiana with a population of 251.

1.6 /5.0
D Poor
251 Population 279/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $41,783 per capita
$168,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
D
Overall
1.6 / 5.0
Poor overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Education
1.6 / 5.0
7.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 7.9%
77% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.2%
13% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.1%
69% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.1%
83% lower than US avg

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

People

Population251
Median Age48.0 yrs
Density279/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 91%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$41,783
Unemployment6.1%
Poverty2.1%
County GDP$1,895M
Commute42 min

Housing

Home Value$168,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.3%
Heart Disease5.3%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.0 in/yr
Elevation903 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+7.9%
High School+97.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute42 min
Libraries3

Is Millhousen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millhousen receives an overall livability score of 1.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of D. Key strengths include affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Millhousen faces significant challenges across several quality-of-life categories.

Economy & Jobs

The unemployment rate of 6.1% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Millhousen is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 97.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Millhousen 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 47.0 inches, including 13.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Millhousen has a population of 251 with a density of 279 people per square mile. The median age is 48.0 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%), with 1.6% Hispanic.

Population

251
Total Population
279
People / sq mi
48.0yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.4%
Female 40.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Millhousen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.0%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.0%
85% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millhousen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millhousen is N/A. The unemployment rate is 6.1% (above the 3.6% US average). 2.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 42 minutes.

Income: Millhousen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$41,783
Avg Weekly Wage$1,117
IRS Avg AGI$63,563

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.1%
69% above US avg
Poverty Rate2.1%
83% below US avg
Establishments (County)707
County GDP$1,895M

Business (County)

Restaurants57
Healthcare69
Retail113
Manufacturing47

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,903
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time41.9 min
Work from Home9.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Millhousen is $168,800, 40% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg

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-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,903
17% below US avg
Effective Rate1.72%
In Millhousen, 36.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.3% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.2%
13% above US avg
Diabetes9.6%
Heart Disease5.3%
High Blood Pressure32.1%
Asthma10.8%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.2%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression26.3%
Mental Distress18.4%
Physical Distress12.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate87.3%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death10,091/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access55.1%
Healthcare Facilities69

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Millhousen 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 47.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.6°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.0 inches
24% above US avg
Snowfall13.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation903 ft (275 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density279/sq mi
Coordinates39.2120°N, 85.4342°W
County FIPS18031
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 7.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (77% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 58.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.4%
D 19.9%

Winner: Republican by 58.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+7.9%
77% below US avg
High School+97.8%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density279/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities69
Restaurants57
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute41.9 min
Work from Home9.1%

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