North Terre Haute, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

North Terre Haute is a small town in Indiana with a population of 4,396. Residents earn $54,246 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
4,396 Population 1,228/sq mi density
$54,246 Median Income $34,258 per capita
$136,300 Home Value
$666 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$54,246 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$136,300 home value, $666/mo rent
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $54,246
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $136,300
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.8%
35% lower than US avg
Median Rent $666
43% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.2%
34% lower than US avg

How North Terre Haute Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population4,396
Median Age52.1 yrs
Density1,228/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 92%

Economy

B+
Median Income$54,246
Per Capita$34,258
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty8.2%
County GDP$6,571M
Commute24 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$136,300
Rent$666
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Elevation516 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.8%
High School+96.2%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute24 min
Libraries2

Is North Terre Haute a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Terre Haute receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North Terre Haute offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Terre Haute is $54,246, 28% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. 8.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Terre Haute is $136,300, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $666 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

21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

North Terre Haute experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

North Terre Haute has a population of 4,396 with a density of 1,228 people per square mile. The median age is 52.1 years, 34% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.7%), with 2.2% Black.

Population

4,396
Total Population
1,228
People / sq mi
52.1yrs
Median Age
34% above US avg
3.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 46.4%
Female 53.6%

Race & Ethnicity

North Terre Haute vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.3%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.7%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Terre Haute vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Terre Haute is $54,246, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 24 minutes.

Income: North Terre Haute vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$54,246
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$34,258
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$68,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.2%
34% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,526
County GDP$6,571M

Business (County)

Restaurants281
Healthcare393
Retail394
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.66%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.9 min
Work from Home2.3%

Walkability

The median home value in North Terre Haute is $136,300, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $666 (43% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$136,300
52% below US avg
Median List Price$244,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$244,900
$/Sq Ft$146
Homes Sold3
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops27.3%
Inventory11

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$666
43% 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-Occupied74.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Rate2.66%
In North Terre Haute, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: North Terre Haute vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.5%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure32.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress12.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.4%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death10,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities393

Crime Rates: North Terre Haute vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

North Terre Haute has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation516 ft (157 m)
Area3.6 sq mi (9.3 km²)
Population Density1,228/sq mi
Coordinates39.5370°N, 87.3653°W
County FIPS18167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 21.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.8%
35% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,228/sq mi
Total Area3.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities393
Restaurants281
Retail Stores394

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.9 min
Work from Home2.3%

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