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Oaktown, IN

Indiana · Knox County

Oaktown is a small town in Indiana with a population of 724. Residents earn $30,417 per year, which is 60% below the national average.

Data updated April 2026

2.7 /5.0
C+ Fair
724 Population 2,681/sq mi density
$30,417 Median Income $25,163 per capita
$67,700 Home Value $166,661 Zillow
$705 Median Rent 32.2% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
56 Violent Crime/100K 3,887 property/100K
C+
Overall
2.7 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$30,417 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$67,700 home value, $705/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
56 violent crimes/100K (85% below avg)
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
3.2% bachelor's degree or higher

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Full City Profile
Median Income $30,417
60% lower than US avg
Home Value $67,700
76% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 56/100K
85% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 3.2%
91% lower than US avg
Median Rent $705
39% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population724
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density2,681/mi²
Male / Female49% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

B+
Median Income$30,417
Per Capita$25,163
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,502M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$67,700
Rent$705
Ownership61.9%
Zillow$166,661
Housing Units360
Rent Burden32.2%

Crime

F
Violent56/100K
Property3,887/100K

Health

Obesity39.5%
Uninsured10.4%
Smoking21.4%
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation473 ft (144 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+3.2%
High School+70.2%
Graduate+2.6%
School Score5.74

Community

2024 VoteR 74% / D 24%
Commute22 min
Broadband91.6%
EV Stations5
Libraries3

Is Oaktown a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Oaktown receives an overall livability score of 2.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, low crime rates, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Oaktown has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Oaktown is $30,417, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Oaktown is $67,700, 76% below the national median / offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average / a plus for affordability. At just 2.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Oaktown is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents / well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,887 per 100,000, 98% above the national average.

Education

3.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.7/10.

Climate & Weather

Oaktown experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Oaktown has a population of 724 with a density of 2,681 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The gender split is 51.5% female and 48.5% male. The city is predominantly White (98.8%). English is the primary language spoken at home by 99.6% of residents. 6.7% of the population are veterans. 26.1% of residents have a disability (above the 13.0% national average). 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

Population

724
Total Population
2,681
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.5%
Female 51.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Oaktown vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only 99.6%
27% above US avg
Spanish 0.4%
97% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Oaktown vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Oaktown is $30,417, which is 60% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $25,163 (below the $39,052 national figure). The average weekly wage is $980, 32% lower than the U.S. average. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, lower than the national rate of 12.4%. The area has 950 business establishments, including 85 restaurants. The cost of living index is 93.3, below the national baseline of 100 / offering relatively affordable living. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes (shorter than the 28-minute US average). 1.6% of workers work from home (below the 15.2% national rate).

Income: Oaktown vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$30,417
60% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,163
Avg Weekly Wage$980
IRS Avg AGI$61,860
Gini Index0.454 (0=equal, 1=unequal)

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)950
County GDP$2,502M

Business (County)

Restaurants85
Healthcare103
Retail153
Manufacturing35

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate4.37%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.3 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Oaktown is $67,700, 76% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,661, higher than the Census estimate. Monthly rent averages $705 (39% below the national average of $1,163). Fair market rent ranges from $882 for a one-bedroom to $1,096 for a two-bedroom apartment. 61.9% of housing units are owner-occupied. There are 360 total housing units in the city. The median year a home was built is 1966. The average annual property tax is $2,961. 32.2% of renters spend 30% or more of their income on housing. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, well within the affordable range.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$67,700
76% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,661

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$705
39% below US avg
Rent Burden32.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Homeownership61.9%
Owner-Occupied61.9%
Renter-Occupied38.1%
Housing Units360
Median Year Built1966

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,961
15% below US avg
Effective Rate4.37%
In Oaktown, 39.5% of adults are obese, above the national rate of 32.1%. 12.4% have diabetes (above the 10.5% national rate). Heart disease affects 6.8% of residents, above the national average. 36.6% have high blood pressure. 21.4% are current smokers (above the 14.0% national rate). 17.2% report binge drinking. 27.3% are physically inactive. 27.6% report depression (above the 20.0% national average). 21.0% experience frequent mental distress. 10.4% of residents lack health insurance (above the 8.6% national rate). The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,383. The dentist ratio is 1:1,988. 62.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The food environment index is 7.9 out of 10.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.5%
23% above US avg
Diabetes12.4%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure36.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD9.4%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking21.4%
53% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity27.3%
Depression27.6%
Mental Distress21.0%
Physical Distress15.8%
Short Sleep36.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate74.0%
Uninsured10.4%
21% above US avg
Primary Care1:1,383
Dentists1:1,988
Mental Health1:468
Checkup Rate77.3%
Dental Visits55.1%
Premature Death10,556/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access62.3%
Healthcare Facilities103
Oaktown has a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents, 85% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 3,887 per 100,000, 98% above the U.S. average. The county recorded 6 fatal traffic crashes. Overall, Oaktown receives a safety grade of F.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent56.3/100K
85% below US avg

Property Crime

Total Property3,886.6/100K
98% above US avg

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents6
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
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Oaktown experiences four distinct seasons with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year, well above the U.S. average of 205 / making it one of the sunnier locations in the country. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches. The area receives 15.1 inches of snow annually, a moderate snowfall amount. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41. The city sits at an elevation of 473 feet.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.4°F
1% above US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Geography

Elevation473 ft (144 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,681/sq mi
Coordinates38.8717°N, 87.4412°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
CountyKnox County County
Nearest AirportLawrenceville-Vincennes International (LWV)
12 miles away

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall 45.4"
20% above US avg
Snowfall 15.1"
Wettest Month (May) 4.88"
Driest Month (Jan) 2.44"

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Air Pollutants (EPA 2023)

Ozone (O₃)0.0482 ppm

Natural Hazard Risk

Overall RiskRelatively Low
Risk Score55.3 / 100
Social Vulnerability37.2 / 100
Community Resilience84.4 / 100

Hazard Breakdown

Tornado Relatively Low
Hurricane Very Low
Earthquake Relatively Moderate
Wildfire Very Low
Flood Relatively Low
Hail Relatively Low
Strong Wind Relatively Moderate
Heat Wave Relatively Low
Winter Weather Relatively Moderate
Lightning Relatively Moderate
Ice Storm Relatively Low
Drought Relatively Moderate
Cold Wave Relatively Low
Landslide Relatively Low
Source: FEMA National Risk Index v1.20 (Dec 2025)

Earthquake History

59 earthquakes (M2.5+) within 150 km since 1990. Strongest: M5.2. Most recent: M2.6 on Aug 9, 2025.

Apr 18, 2008 7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M5.2 61 km
Apr 18, 2008 9 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M4.7 59 km
Jun 18, 2002 6 km SW of Parkers Settlement, Indiana M4.6 101 km
Apr 21, 2008 7 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M4.0 60 km
Dec 7, 2000 7 km W of Evansville, Indiana M3.9 102 km
Jan 24, 1990 6 km WNW of Alton, Indiana M3.9 116 km
Jun 17, 2021 Illinois-Indiana border region M3.8 107 km
Sep 19, 2017 4 km N of Bellmont, Illinois M3.8 64 km
Jan 27, 1990 6 km N of Alton, Indiana M3.8 117 km
Nov 11, 1991 3 km W of Flat Rock, Illinois M3.8 24 km
Dec 20, 1990 5 km S of Stilesville, Indiana M3.7 106 km
Apr 25, 2008 8 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M3.7 60 km
Nov 20, 2012 7 km N of Bellmont, Illinois M3.6 61 km
Jan 2, 2006 3 km NNE of Eldorado, Illinois M3.6 143 km
Apr 14, 2000 4 km NW of Heritage Lake, Indiana M3.6 115 km
Mar 2, 1990 9 km NW of Vernon, Illinois M3.4 150 km
May 30, 2015 4 km ENE of Geff, Illinois M3.4 92 km
Jun 5, 2008 8 km WNW of Mount Carmel, Illinois M3.4 58 km
May 1, 2008 8 km NNE of Bellmont, Illinois M3.3 59 km
May 13, 2025 7 km SSW of Lerna, Illinois M3.3 94 km
Source: USGS (M2.5+, 1990–2025)

Tornado History

473 tornadoes (EF0+) within 100 km since 1950. Strongest: EF4. Total: 21 fatalities, 569 injuries.

Date Rating Distance Fatalities
Jun 2, 1990 EF4 95 km 0
Jun 2, 1990 EF4 80 km 1
Jun 2, 1990 EF4 72 km 0
Jun 2, 1990 EF4 45 km 6
Jan 7, 1989 EF4 53 km 0
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 54 km 6
Mar 31, 2023 EF3 78 km 2
May 25, 2011 EF3 93 km 0
Mar 8, 2009 EF3 72 km 0
Nov 15, 2005 EF3 34 km 0
May 30, 2004 EF3 97 km 1
Sep 20, 2002 EF3 81 km 0
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 99 km 0
Nov 22, 1992 EF3 80 km 0
Jun 2, 1990 EF3 42 km 0
Apr 3, 1989 EF3 71 km 0
Mar 10, 1986 EF3 97 km 0
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 81 km 0
Aug 10, 1974 EF3 99 km 0
Apr 3, 1974 EF3 100 km 1
Source: NOAA SPC (EF0+, 1950–2024)

Wildfire History

1 wildfire (100+ acres) within 100 km. Largest: RICEVILLE RX (671 ac, 2010).

Year Name Acres Distance
2010 RICEVILLE RX 671 92 km
Source: NIFC/IRWIN (100+ acres)

Monthly Weather

Month Avg Temperature Precipitation Summary
January 30°F (-1°C) 2.4 in Coldest, Driest
February 33°F (0°C) 2.5 in
March 44°F (6°C) 3.9 in
April 54°F (12°C) 4.1 in
May 64°F (18°C) 4.9 in Wettest
June 73°F (23°C) 4.0 in
July 76°F (25°C) 4.6 in Warmest
August 75°F (24°C) 3.8 in
September 68°F (20°C) 3.2 in
October 56°F (14°C) 3.0 in
November 45°F (7°C) 3.9 in
December 34°F (1°C) 3.2 in

Oaktown has a seasonal temperature swing of 46°F / from 30°F in January to 76°F in July. Total annual precipitation is 43.5 inches, with May being the wettest month (4.9") and January the driest (2.4").

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Oaktown is located in Knox County. It is classified as Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K, a smaller urban community. 3.2% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, 91% below the national average of 33.7%. 70.2% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree (below the 13.1% national rate). Area schools have an average test score of 5.7 out of 10. In the 2024 presidential election, the county voted Republican with 74.4% of the vote, a 50.4-point margin. 91.6% of households have broadband internet access. The area has 5 EV charging stations. There are 3 public libraries serving the community. 103 healthcare facilities operate in the area. 90.5% of workers drive alone to work.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.4%
D 24%

Winner: Republican by 50.4 points

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6
Traffic Accidents6
Avg Accident Severity2.3 / 4.0
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Education

Bachelor's Degree+3.2%
91% below US avg
High School+70.2%
Graduate Degree+2.6%
School Test Score5.74
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Area & Infrastructure

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro / Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density2,681/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi
CountyKnox County County

Services

Broadband Access91.6%
Avg Download Speed152.5 Mbps
Avg Upload Speed79.2 Mbps
Max Download Speed1,000 Mbps
EV Charging Stations5
Alt Fuel Stations7
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities103
Restaurants85
Retail Stores153

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.3 min
Drive Alone90.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.6%
Average costs for common services in Oaktown. Prices are estimated based on regional cost of living data and may vary by provider.

Healthcare

Doctor Visit (Primary Care) $233 ($140–$373)
Specialist Visit $327 ($187–$513)
Urgent Care Visit $187 ($93–$327)
Emergency Room Visit $2,053 ($746–$4,665)
Dental Cleaning $121 ($70–$187)
Dental Filling $233 ($140–$373)
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Auto Repair

Oil Change (Conventional) $42 ($23–$70)
Oil Change (Synthetic) $70 ($47–$112)
Brake Pad Replacement $280 ($140–$467)
Tire Rotation $37 ($19–$70)
New Tires (Set of 4) $560 ($373–$933)
Battery Replacement $187 ($93–$327)
View all 18 services

Home Services

Plumber (Per Hour) $93 ($56–$140)
Electrician (Per Hour) $84 ($47–$131)
HVAC Repair $373 ($140–$746)
HVAC System Install $6,531 ($3,732–$11,196)
Roof Repair $933 ($373–$1,866)
Roof Replacement $8,397 ($5,132–$13,995)
View all 25 services

Legal

Divorce (Uncontested) $1,400 ($467–$3,266)
Divorce (Contested) $13,995 ($4,665–$27,990)
DUI Defense $4,665 ($1,866–$9,330)
Bankruptcy (Chapter 7) $1,400 ($746–$2,799)
Will Preparation $467 ($187–$933)
Trust Preparation $2,333 ($933–$4,665)
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Personal Care

Men's Haircut $23 ($14–$42)
Women's Haircut $51 ($28–$93)
Hair Coloring (Full) $140 ($70–$233)
Manicure $23 ($14–$42)
Pedicure $37 ($23–$61)
Massage (1 Hour) $75 ($47–$121)
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Food & Grocery

Gallon of Milk (per gallon) $3.83 ($2.80–$5.13)
Dozen Eggs (per dozen) $3.27 ($2.33–$4.67)
Loaf of Bread $3.55 ($2.33–$5.13)
Chicken Breast (per lb) $4.20 ($2.80–$6.06)
Ground Beef (per lb) $5.13 ($3.73–$7.00)
Rice (per lb) $0.93 ($0.56–$1.68)
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Utilities

Electricity (Monthly) $131 ($75–$233)
Natural Gas (Monthly) $65 ($28–$140)
Water/Sewer (Monthly) $65 ($37–$112)
Internet (Monthly) $65 ($37–$93)
Cell Phone Plan (Monthly) $61 ($28–$93)
Cable TV (Monthly) $79 ($47–$140)
View all 8 services

Transportation

Monthly Parking (Downtown) $187 ($70–$467)
Car Insurance (Annual) $1,866 ($1,120–$3,266)
Bus Pass (Monthly) $65 ($28–$121)
Taxi/Uber (5-Mile Ride) $14 ($7.46–$23)
Car Registration (Annual) $93 ($28–$233)
Driver's License Renewal $28 ($14–$70)
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Education & Childcare

Daycare (Infant, Monthly) $1,120 ($560–$2,333)
Daycare (Toddler, Monthly) $933 ($467–$1,866)
After-School Care (Monthly) $373 ($187–$653)
Tutoring (Per Hour) $47 ($23–$93)
SAT/ACT Prep Course $933 ($373–$2,333)
Private School (K-12, Annual) $11,663 ($4,665–$27,990)
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Pets

Vet Visit (Routine Checkup) $56 ($28–$93)
Dog Vaccination (Annual) $93 ($47–$187)
Dog Grooming $56 ($28–$93)
Pet Boarding (Per Night) $37 ($19–$70)
Dog Spay/Neuter $280 ($140–$467)
Cat Spay/Neuter $187 ($93–$373)
View all 9 services

Top Industries in Knox County

Largest private-sector industries by employment (BLS QCEW 2024 data, county level).

Industry Jobs Establishments Avg Annual Pay Location Quotient
Manufacturing 2,273 40 $55,371 1.62
Health Care & Social Assistance 2,224 103 $57,565 0.91
Retail Trade 1,807 140 $30,108 1.06
Accommodation & Food Services 1,515 82 $20,143 0.98
Mining & Oil/Gas 788 7 $88,949 12.20
Construction 679 80 $70,280 0.76
Wholesale Trade 574 52 $63,211 0.85
Administrative & Waste Services 573 37 $39,476 0.57
Other Services 470 64 $29,881 0.91
Agriculture & Forestry 374 67 $42,260 2.71
Transportation & Warehousing 346 34 $63,501 0.48
Finance & Insurance 301 56 $59,559 0.43
Utilities 274 13 $132,896 4.22
Professional & Technical Services 268 48 $75,196 0.23
Management of Companies 124 6 $44,425 0.43
Real Estate 92 23 $37,988 0.35
Educational Services 81 7 $31,292 0.23
Information & Technology 65 16 $41,460 0.20
Arts & Entertainment 28 4 $17,305 0.10

Radio Stations near Oaktown

0 stations within ~55 km.

Station Genre Quality

National Parks Near Oaktown

13 national parks and monuments found near Oaktown.

ParkTypeFee
Cataract Falls State Park Free
Fox Ridge State Park State Park Free
George Rogers Clark National Historical Park National Historical Park Free
Harmonie State Park State Park Free
John James Audubon State Park State Park Free
Lincoln Boyhood National Memorial National Memorial Free
Lincoln State Park State Park Free
Lincoln State Park (addition) State Park Free
Mccormick's Creek State Park State Park Free
Scales Lake State Beach State Park Free
Shakamak Prairie Nature Preserve State Park Free
Shakamak State Park State Park Free
Unknown Park State Park Free

Museums in Oaktown

NameTypeAddressPhoneAnnual Revenue
RED SKELTON MUSEUM FOUNDATIONGENERAL MUSEUM20 RED SKELTON BOULEVARD8128884184$261,099
INDIANA MILITARY MUSEUMHISTORY MUSEUM715 SOUTH 6TH STREET8128821941$128,376
GEORGE ROGERS CLARK NHP VISITOR CENTERHISTORIC PRESERVATION8128821776
LAWRENCE COUNTY ILLINOIS HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION6189432300
RED SKELTON MUSEUM AND EDUCATION CENTERGENERAL MUSEUM200 RED SKELTON BLVD
SULLIVAN COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION8122686253
VINCENNES HISTORICAL AND ANTIQUARIAN SOCIETYHISTORIC PRESERVATION

Libraries in Oaktown

NameAddressStaffAnnual VisitsCirculationCollectionPrograms
KNOX COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY502 NORTH 7TH STREET0.0183,000
SULLIVAN COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY100 SOUTH CROWDER STREET0.060,684
LAWRENCE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT814 12TH STREET0.035,500
BICKNELL-VIGO TOWNSHIP PUBLIC LIBRARY201 WEST 2ND STREET0.014,747
PALESTINE PUBLIC LIBRARY DISTRICT201 SOUTH WASHINGTON STREET0.013,364

Farmers Markets in Oaktown

NameAddressSeasonHoursOrganicWebsite
Lawrence County Farmers Market712 12th St.Visit
New Harmony Farmers MarketNorth end of Main St.
Vincennes Historic Farmers Market102 N. Second St.05/01/2018 to Wed: 4:00 PM-7:30 PM;Sat: 8:00 AM-1:00 PM;Visit

Restaurants in Oaktown

1 restaurants within city radius — OpenStreetMap data

McKinley Orchards

Nursing Homes in Oaktown

1 nursing homes and rehabilitation centers (CMS data).

Facility Ownership Beds Residents Overall Health Staffing Quality Phone
OAK VILLAGE
200 W FOURTH ST
 For profit - Corporation 50 22 2/5 — 5/5 3/5 8127452360

Cell Towers in Oaktown

AddressStructure TypeHeight (ft)
6379 NORTH DAVIS ROAD (74536)GTOWER111
6379 NORTH DAVIS ROAD (74536)GTOWER111
2477 North State Highway 1 (170952)GTOWER110
1680 NORTH COUNTY ROAD 25 EAST (66271)LTOWER101
1680 NORTH COUNTY ROAD 25 EAST (66271)LTOWER101
RR Box 13 (170983)LTOWER95
6718 FREELAND ROAD (74548)GTOWER94
6718 FREELAND ROAD (74548)GTOWER94
(Carlisle) 9643 South Old Hwy 41 (IN13658-A)LTOWER93
FROM US 41 TAKE SR 67 N TO 650 NE TO 400 NE TO 500 NORTHTOWER91
FROM US 41 TAKE SR 67 N TO 650 NE TO 400 NE TO 500 NORTHTOWER91
6633 E 82nd StreetTOWER91
6633 E 82nd StreetTOWER91
447 SOUTH COUNTY ROAD 700 EAST (123050)LTOWER86
447 SOUTH COUNTY ROAD 700 EAST (123050)LTOWER86
1390 14th Street (170980)LTOWER77
108 EXECUTIVE BLVD (74534)LTOWER72
108 EXECUTIVE BLVD (74534)LTOWER72
RR 3 BOX 208 (66262)MTOWER59
RR 3 BOX 208 (66262)MTOWER59
9997 N. 1875th Street (170978)LTOWER48

Fire Stations in Oaktown

NameAddressTypeActive FirefightersVolunteersPhone
Oaktown-Busseron Township Volunteer Fire Department201 S 3RD STVolunteer812-745-4105

Bridges in Oaktown

LocationTypeKindYear BuiltLength (ft)Daily TrafficCondition
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19711765,568F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel continuous19711765,568F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete196073200F
SlabConcrete continuous197076200G
Tee BeamConcrete194553176P
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel202252150G
OtherSteel199375130F
Channel BeamConcrete194032130F
Box Beam (Multiple)Prestressed concrete198345130F
Stringer/Multi-beamSteel200278130G
OtherSteel198862110F
Arch (Deck)Concrete193031110F
Box Beam (Single/Spread)Prestressed concrete continuous1986146110F
Truss (Thru)Steel1895161P

Superfund Sites Near Oaktown

1 EPA Superfund sites (hazardous waste cleanup locations).

SiteAddressCounty
GRAIN PROCESSING CORP1443 S 300 WDAVIESS

Airports Near Oaktown

50 airports within the area.

AirportIATAType
Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman FieldHUFMedium Airport
Aero Plaines Airport—Small Airport
Alford Airpark—Small Airport
Bandmill Field—Small Airport
Beckerman Field—Small Airport
Benham Airport—Small Airport
Bottoms Brothers Airport—Small Airport
Brazil Clay County Airport—Small Airport
Buchta Airport—Small Airport
Bugtown Airport—Small Airport
Careferre Acres Airport—Small Airport
Casey Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Clover Knoll Airport—Small Airport
Cooper Field—Small Airport
Daviess County Airport—Small Airport
Davis Airport—Small Airport
Drake Airport—Small Airport
Ed-Air AirportOTNSmall Airport
Eickholtz Airport—Small Airport
Fence Field—Small Airport
Fifer Field—Small Airport
Garrett Field—Small Airport
Godahavit Airport—Small Airport
Hepler Airport—Small Airport
Higginbotham Field—Small Airport
Hollingsworth Airport—Small Airport
Hopkins Farms Airport—Small Airport
Hull Airport—Small Airport
Huntingburg AirportHNBSmall Airport
Jasper County Flying Club Airport—Small Airport
Kibler Airport—Small Airport
Lawrenceville Vincennes International AirportLWVSmall Airport
Mann Airport—Small Airport
Miller Airport—Small Airport
Morrison Flight Park Ultralightport—Small Airport
Mount Carmel Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Nelson Private Airport—Small Airport
O'Neal AirportOEASmall Airport
Olney Noble AirportOLYSmall Airport
Pam's Place Airport—Small Airport
Perry RLA Airport—Small Airport
Piper's Landing Airport—Small Airport
Reinoehl Field—Small Airport
Richardson Field—Small Airport
Ridgway Flying Service Airport—Small Airport
Robinson Municipal Airport—Small Airport
Sanders Gyroport Airport—Small Airport
Seib Airport—Small Airport
Shakamak Airport—Small Airport
Shawnee Field—Small Airport

Police Stations in Oaktown

1 police stations.

StationAddressPhone
24 South State Street
Vincennes City Police Department501 Busseron Street

Grocery Stores in Oaktown

1 grocery stores.

StoreTypeAddress
CASEY'S 2828Convenience Store5844 E Freelandville Rd

Treatment Centers in Oaktown

7 treatment centers.

CenterTypePhone
Good Samaritan Hospital - WillowsBoth812-882-5220
Groups Recover TogetherSubstance Abuse888-858-1723
Lawrence County Behavioral Health - Ivy Center PSR ProgramMental Health618-943-3302
Rain Tree Consulting LLCSubstance Abuse812-882-0509
Samaritan CenterSubstance Abuse812-886-6800
Samaritan Center Residency Clinic - Knox County HospitalBoth812-885-8622
WIN Recovery KnoxSubstance Abuse833-232-0215

DOL Wage Violations in Oaktown

3 employers with DOL wage violations totaling $5,132 in back wages owed to 41 employees.

3
Violations
$5,132
Back Wages Owed
41
Employees Owed
Data from the U.S. Department of Labor Wage and Hour Division (WHD) enforcement actions since FY 2005.
Employer Severity Parent Company ZIP Industry Cases Back Wages Per Employee Employees
Fredy Guevara-Arevalo (FLC) — — 47561 — 1 $3,337 $111 30
Melon Acres (AGER) — — 47561 — 2 $1,084 $155 7
Williams Produce (AGER) — — 47561 — 2 $712 $178 4

Churches & Religious Organizations in Oaktown

1 religious organizations (IRS tax-exempt data).

NameAddress
FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCHPO BOX 360

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Frequently Asked Questions About Oaktown

What is the population of Oaktown?

Oaktown has a population of 724 residents and is located in Indiana. The population density is 2,681 people per square mile, spread across 0.3 square miles. The median age of residents is 48.8 years, which is older than the national median of 38.9 years. The population is 51.5% female and 48.5% male.

Is Oaktown expensive to live in?

Oaktown is more affordable than the national average, with a cost of living index of 93.3 / below the baseline of 100. The median household income is $30,417, 60% below the national average of $75,149. The median home value is $67,700 (76% below the U.S. median). Renters pay a median of $705 per month, below the national average of $1,163. The home price-to-income ratio is 2.2x, indicating housing is reasonably affordable relative to local income levels.

Is Oaktown safe?

Oaktown is considered a very safe city with a violent crime rate of 56 per 100,000 residents, well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 3,887 per 100,000 (above the national average). Overall, Oaktown receives a safety grade of F based on combined crime data.

What is the weather like in Oaktown?

Oaktown has a four-season climate with an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winter temperatures average 30°F in January, while summers reach an average of 76°F in July. The area receives 293 sunny days per year, well above the national average of 205. Annual rainfall totals 45.4 inches, with 15.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median Air Quality Index (AQI) of 41.

How is the job market in Oaktown?

The job market in Oaktown is very strong, with unemployment at just 1.0% / well below the national rate of 3.6%. The average weekly wage is $980. There are 950 business establishments in the area, including 85 restaurants and food service locations. The average commute time is 22 minutes, and 1.6% of workers work from home.

How much does housing cost in Oaktown?

The median home value in Oaktown is $67,700. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,661. For renters, the median monthly rent is $705. Fair market rent is $882 for a 1-bedroom and $1,096 for a 2-bedroom apartment. The homeownership rate is 61.9%. The average annual property tax is $2,961.

How are the schools in Oaktown?

Schools in Oaktown score 5.7 out of 10 on standardized testing, near the national average. 3.2% of adults in Oaktown hold a bachelor's degree or higher, below the national average of 33.7%. 70.2% have completed high school. 2.6% hold a graduate or professional degree.

How healthy is Oaktown?

The obesity rate in Oaktown is 39.5% (above the national rate of 32.1%). 21.4% of adults are smokers. 27.3% are physically inactive. 27.6% of residents report depression. 10.4% lack health insurance (above the national rate). 62.3% of residents have access to exercise opportunities. The primary care physician ratio is 1:1,383.

What is transportation like in Oaktown?

The average commute in Oaktown is 22 minutes, shorter than the national average of 28 minutes. 90.5% of workers drive alone to work, and 1.6% work from home.

What are the demographics of Oaktown?

The racial and ethnic makeup of Oaktown is 98.8% White. 99.6% of residents speak only English at home. 6.7% of the population are military veterans. 26.1% of residents have a disability. 74.0% have health insurance coverage.

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