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Otisco, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Otisco is a small town in Indiana with a population of 110. Residents earn $37,167 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
110 Population 275/sq mi density
$37,167 Median Income $13,726 per capita
55°F Avg Temperature 297 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.5 / 5.0
$37,167 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $37,167
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 100.0%
706% higher than US avg

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

People

Population110
Median Age31.4 yrs
Density275/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans76.0%

Economy

C+
Median Income$37,167
Per Capita$13,726
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty100.0%
County GDP$8,559M
Commute32 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$293,967
Housing Units83
Rent Burden30.3%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Sunny Days297/yr
Elevation674 ft (205 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 59% / D 39%
Commute32 min
Broadband40.0%
Libraries8

Is Otisco a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Otisco receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Otisco offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Otisco is $37,167, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 100.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Otisco experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. With 297 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Otisco has a population of 110 with a density of 275 people per square mile. The median age is 31.4 years, 19% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80%), with 6.4% Black.

Population

110
Total Population
275
People / sq mi
31.4yrs
Median Age
19% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Otisco vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Otisco vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Otisco is $37,167, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 100.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Otisco vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$37,167
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$13,726
Avg Weekly Wage$1,088
IRS Avg AGI$67,547

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate100.0%
706% above US avg
Establishments (County)3,180
County GDP$8,559M

Business (County)

Restaurants269
Healthcare305
Retail417
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,931
16% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $293,967.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$293,967

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden30.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.5%
Housing Units83
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,931
16% below US avg
Otisco has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. The area enjoys 297 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average54.9°F
2% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)
Sunny Days297 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation674 ft (205 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density275/sq mi
Coordinates38.5426°N, 85.6658°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18019
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 20.4-point margin. 40.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 59.3%
D 38.9%

Winner: Republican by 20.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density275/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access40.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities305
Restaurants269
Retail Stores417

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)14

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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