Median Income
$59,107
21% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
5.2%
85% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.2%
19% higher than US avg
Unemployment
5.5%
53% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.9%
84% lower than US avg
How Onward Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population155
Median Age36.5 yrs
Density1,550/mi²
Male / Female72% / 28%
Largest GroupWhite 96%
Veterans6.3%
Economy
B+
Median Income$59,107
Per Capita$27,619
Unemployment5.5%
Poverty1.9%
County GDP$1,960M
Commute22 min
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
Ownership91.8%
Health
Obesity38.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression23.9%
Heart Disease5.5%
Climate
Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.3 in/yr
Elevation766 ft
Education
F
Bachelor's+5.2%
High School+75.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
Commute22 min
Broadband49.0%
Libraries4
Is Onward a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Onward receives an overall livability score of 2.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Onward has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Onward is $59,107, 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 5.5% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Education
5.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 75.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Onward experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.3 inches, including 19.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Onward has a population of 155 with a density of 1,550 people per square mile. The median age is 36.5 years, 6% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.5%).
Population
36.5yrs
Median Age
6% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 98.0% |
| 25% above US avg |
| Spanish | 2.0% |
| 85% below US avg |
The median household income in Onward is $59,107, which is 21% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 5.5% (above the 3.6% US average). 1.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $59,107 |
| 21% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $27,619 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $932 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $55,023 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 5.5% |
| 53% above US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.9% |
| 84% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 738 |
| County GDP | $1,960M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 74 |
| Healthcare | 65 |
| Retail | 108 |
| Manufacturing | 46 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,606 |
| 26% below US avg |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 22.1 min |
| Drive Alone | 91.8% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 0.0% |
91.8% of homes are owner-occupied.
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
Ownership & Property
| Homeownership | 91.8% |
| Owner-Occupied | 91.8% |
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,606 |
| 26% below US avg |
In Onward, 38.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 23.9% report depression. 20.4% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Onward vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.2% |
| 19% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 9.7% |
| Heart Disease | 5.5% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.4% |
| Asthma | 10.3% |
| COPD | 6.3% |
| Stroke | 2.7% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 16.0% |
| Physical Inactivity | 20.4% |
| Depression | 23.9% |
| Mental Distress | 16.8% |
| Physical Distress | 11.5% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 92.0% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 69.1% |
| Premature Death | 9,871/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 79.3% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 65 |
Crime Rates: Onward vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 9 |
Safety Score
Onward has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
25°F Jan (-4°C)
74°F Jul (23°C)
| Annual Average | 51.0°F |
| 6% below US avg |
| January Average | 25°F (-4°C) |
| July Average | 74°F (23°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 41.3 inches |
| 9% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 19.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 766 ft (233 m) |
| Area | 0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²) |
| Population Density | 1,550/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 40.6947°N, 86.1948°W |
| Timezone | America/Indiana/Indianapolis |
| County FIPS | 18017 |