Milltown, IN

Indiana

Milltown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 811. Residents earn $58,419 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
811 Population 610/sq mi density
$58,419 Median Income $30,696 per capita
$125,600 Home Value $208,918 Zillow
$633 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.2 / 5.0
$58,419 median income, 5.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$125,600 home value, $633/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,419
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $125,600
55% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $633
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 5.8%
61% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 12.6%
2% higher than US avg

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

People

Population811
Median Age35.3 yrs
Density610/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B
Median Income$58,419
Per Capita$30,696
Unemployment5.8%
Poverty12.6%
County GDP$239M
Commute38 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$125,600
Rent$633
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$208,918

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.3%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.0 in/yr
Elevation597 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+90.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute38 min
Libraries1

Is Milltown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Milltown receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes, long commute times. Milltown offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Milltown is $58,419, 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. 12.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Milltown is $125,600, 55% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $633 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Milltown enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Milltown has a population of 811 with a density of 610 people per square mile. The median age is 35.3 years, 9% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.7%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

811
Total Population
610
People / sq mi
35.3yrs
Median Age
9% below US avg
1.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.4%
Female 54.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Milltown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.8%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.2%
99% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Milltown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Milltown is $58,419, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 12.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 38 minutes.

Income: Milltown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,419
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,696
Avg Weekly Wage$833
IRS Avg AGI$51,121

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment5.8%
61% above US avg
Poverty Rate12.6%
2% above US avg
Establishments (County)171
County GDP$239M

Business (County)

Restaurants16
Healthcare16
Retail25
Manufacturing6

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,529
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.01%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time38.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Milltown is $125,600, 55% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $633 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $208,918.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$125,600
55% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$208,918

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$633
46% 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-Occupied69.1%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,529
28% below US avg
Effective Rate2.01%
In Milltown, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 26.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.3%
High Blood Pressure34.9%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.6%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity26.3%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress20.2%
Physical Distress14.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death11,675/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities16

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Milltown has an average annual temperature of 56°F (14°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (1°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average56.3°F
4% above US avg
January Average33°F (1°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.0 inches
34% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation597 ft (182 m)
Area1.3 sq mi (3.4 km²)
Population Density610/sq mi
Coordinates38.3421°N, 86.2754°W
County FIPS18025
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 48.6-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73.2%
D 24.7%

Winner: Republican by 48.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+90.3%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density610/sq mi
Total Area1.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities16
Restaurants16
Retail Stores25

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute38.3 min
Work from Home3.9%

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