Median Income
$39,940
47% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.4%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
0.0%
100% lower than US avg
How Owensburg Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population231
Median Age46.1 yrs
Density125/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Economy
B+
Median Income$39,940
Per Capita$28,255
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,784M
Housing
Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Health
Obesity38.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease6.1%
Climate
Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation717 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+96.0%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2
Is Owensburg a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Owensburg receives an overall livability score of 2.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Owensburg has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Owensburg is $39,940, 47% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.
Education
12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Owensburg enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Owensburg has a population of 231 with a density of 125 people per square mile. The median age is 46.1 years, 19% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).
Population
46.1yrs
Median Age
19% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Owensburg vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Owensburg vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Owensburg is $39,940, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.
Income: Owensburg vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $39,940 |
| 47% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $28,255 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $949 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $60,281 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 906 |
| County GDP | $1,784M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 58 |
| Healthcare | 126 |
| Retail | 165 |
| Manufacturing | 53 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,863 |
| 18% below US avg |
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
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,863 |
| 18% below US avg |
In Owensburg, 38.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.6% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Owensburg vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.4% |
| 20% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.7% |
| Heart Disease | 6.1% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.8% |
| Asthma | 10.9% |
| COPD | 7.5% |
| Stroke | 3.0% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 20.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 24.5% |
| Depression | 25.6% |
| Mental Distress | 18.8% |
| Physical Distress | 13.4% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 72.8% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 76.2% |
| Premature Death | 10,600/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.0/10 |
| Exercise Access | 74.6% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 126 |
Crime Rates: Owensburg vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 3 |
Safety Score
Owensburg has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
32°F Jan (-0°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 56.0°F |
| 4% above US avg |
| January Average | 32°F (-0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 717 ft (219 m) |
| Area | 1.9 sq mi (4.8 km²) |
| Population Density | 125/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.9241°N, 86.7434°W |
| County FIPS | 18093 |