North Webster, IN

Indiana

North Webster is a small town in Indiana with a population of 886. Residents earn $59,167 per year, which is 21% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
886 Population 1,094/sq mi density
$59,167 Median Income $37,188 per capita
$192,900 Home Value $257,534 Zillow
$980 Median Rent 27.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$59,167 median income, 0.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.9 / 5.0
$192,900 home value, $980/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $59,167
21% lower than US avg
Home Value $192,900
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.2%
46% lower than US avg
Median Rent $980
16% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.5%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 9.4%
24% lower than US avg

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

People

Population886
Median Age42.6 yrs
Density1,094/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans11.2%

Economy

A
Median Income$59,167
Per Capita$37,188
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty9.4%
County GDP$7,836M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$192,900
Rent$980
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$257,534
Rent Burden27.1%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.8 in/yr
Elevation877 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.2%
High School+96.2%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute19 min
Broadband85.5%
Libraries6

Is North Webster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, North Webster receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. North Webster offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in North Webster is $59,167, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. 9.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in North Webster is $192,900, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $980 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.3x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

18.2% 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 Webster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 39.8 inches, including 47.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

North Webster has a population of 886 with a density of 1,094 people per square mile. The median age is 42.6 years, 10% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.8%).

Population

886
Total Population
1,094
People / sq mi
42.6yrs
Median Age
10% above US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.9%
Female 55.1%

Race & Ethnicity

North Webster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.6%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.4%
75% below US avg

Social Characteristics

North Webster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in North Webster is $59,167, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 9.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: North Webster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$59,167
21% below US avg
Per Capita Income$37,188
Avg Weekly Wage$1,133
IRS Avg AGI$77,961

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate9.4%
24% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,157
County GDP$7,836M

Business (County)

Restaurants180
Healthcare173
Retail284
Manufacturing181

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,375
25% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.27%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time18.7 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

Walkability

The median home value in North Webster is $192,900, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $980 (16% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $257,534.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$192,900
32% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$257,534
Median List Price$850,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$850,000
$/Sq Ft$78
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$980
16% below US avg
Rent Burden27.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,375
25% above US avg
Effective Rate2.27%
In North Webster, 40.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.7% report depression. 27.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.5%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.6%
Heart Disease6.4%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress14.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.8%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death9,156/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.2/10
Exercise Access59.7%
Healthcare Facilities173

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

North Webster has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.8 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall47.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation877 ft (267 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.1 km²)
Population Density1,094/sq mi
Coordinates41.3238°N, 85.6986°W
County FIPS18085
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 18.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.3-point margin. 85.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.2%
D 22.9%

Winner: Republican by 52.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.2%
46% below US avg
High School+96.2%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,094/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.5%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities173
Restaurants180
Retail Stores284

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute18.7 min
Drive Alone84.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.9%

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