Mooreland, IN

Indiana

Mooreland is a small town in Indiana with a population of 417. Residents earn $58,854 per year, which is 22% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
417 Population 2,979/sq mi density
$58,854 Median Income $22,846 per capita
$82,700 Home Value $253,205 Zillow
$950 Median Rent 38.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$58,854 median income, 4.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$82,700 home value, $950/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $58,854
22% lower than US avg
Home Value $82,700
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.5%
66% lower than US avg
Median Rent $950
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.3%
19% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.3%
25% lower than US avg

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

People

Population417
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density2,979/mi²
Male / Female41% / 59%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans5.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$58,854
Per Capita$22,846
Unemployment4.3%
Poverty9.3%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$82,700
Rent$950
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$253,205
Rent Burden38.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation1,121 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.5%
High School+94.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute22 min
Broadband87.7%
Libraries5

Is Mooreland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Mooreland receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Mooreland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Mooreland is $58,854, 22% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.3%, indicating a healthy job market. 9.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Mooreland is $82,700, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $950 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Mooreland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Mooreland has a population of 417 with a density of 2,979 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95%), with 2.9% Black.

Population

417
Total Population
2,979
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 41%
Female 59%

Race & Ethnicity

Mooreland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Mooreland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Mooreland is $58,854, which is 22% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.3% (above the 3.6% US average). 9.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Mooreland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$58,854
22% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,846
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$58,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.3%
19% above US avg
Poverty Rate9.3%
25% below US avg
Establishments (County)893
County GDP$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare95
Retail138
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.52%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Mooreland is $82,700, 71% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $950 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,205.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$82,700
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$253,205
Median List Price$214,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$214,950
$/Sq Ft$83
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory3

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$950
18% below US avg
Rent Burden38.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.52%
In Mooreland, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes9.5%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure32.8%
Asthma11.5%
COPD6.6%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress12.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.8%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities95

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Mooreland has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,121 ft (342 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density2,979/sq mi
Coordinates39.9974°N, 85.2513°W
County FIPS18065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (66% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 87.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.5%
66% below US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density2,979/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access87.7%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants80
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone88.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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