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Muncie, IL

Illinois

Muncie is a small town in Illinois with a population of 144. Residents earn $78,750 per year, which is 5% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
144 Population 800/sq mi density
$78,750 Median Income $36,800 per capita
$76,700 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$78,750 median income, 3.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$76,700 home value
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,750
5% higher than US avg
Home Value $76,700
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.7%
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.8%
6% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.6%
55% lower than US avg

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

People

Population144
Median Age53.9 yrs
Density800/mi²
Male / Female47% / 53%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans3.9%

Economy

A
Median Income$78,750
Per Capita$36,800
Unemployment3.8%
Poverty5.6%
County GDP$4,180M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$76,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units72
Rent Burden26.8%

Health

Obesity42.0%
Uninsured8.0%
Smoking17.0%
Depression25.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI43 (Good)
Rain41.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation642 ft (196 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.7%
High School+96.6%
Graduate+13.3%
School Score5.34

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute24 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries10

Is Muncie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Muncie receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Muncie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Muncie is $78,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.8%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Muncie is $76,700, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.3/10.

Climate & Weather

Muncie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.2 inches, including 25.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Muncie has a population of 144 with a density of 800 people per square mile. The median age is 53.9 years, 39% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%).

Population

144
Total Population
800
People / sq mi
53.9yrs
Median Age
39% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 47.2%
Female 52.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Muncie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.9%
25% above US avg
Spanish2.1%
84% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Muncie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Muncie is $78,750, which is 5% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 5.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: Muncie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,750
5% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,800
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$57,745

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.8%
6% above US avg
Poverty Rate5.6%
55% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,313
County GDP$4,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare150
Retail212
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Cost of Living100.00 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.40%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.7 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Muncie is $76,700, 73% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$76,700
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden26.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$774
1 Bedroom$854
2 Bedrooms$1,063
3 Bedrooms$1,370
4 Bedrooms$1,561

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied94.3%
Housing Units72
Median Year Built1938

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Rate6.40%
In Muncie, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.0% of residents lack health insurance. 17.0% are current smokers. 25.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma10.9%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking17.0%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking20.1%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression25.7%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.7%
Short Sleep35.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.2%
Uninsured8.0%
7% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,811
Dentists1:2,679
Mental Health1:245
Checkup Rate76.5%
Dental Visits61.4%
Premature Death12,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities150
Muncie has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 43.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.2°F
3% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.2 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall25.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median43.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation642 ft (196 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density800/sq mi
Coordinates40.1161°N, 87.8430°W
TimezoneAmerica/Chicago
County FIPS17183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 22.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.7-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.7%
33% below US avg
High School+96.6%
Graduate Degree+13.3%
School Test Score5.34
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density800/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants146
Retail Stores212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.7 min
Drive Alone96.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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