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Palestine, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Kosciusko County County
Palestine, IN
At a Glance
How Palestine Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Palestine's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Palestine a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Palestine residents earn a median household income of $89,924 , which is 20% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $28,922. The unemployment rate stands at 4.0% (11% above the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.7% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,157 business establishments, including 180 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Palestine is $134,900 , 52% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $222,757. Median rent is $1,086/month, with 11.7% of renters spending more than 30% of income on housing. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1974.
Safety & Crime
Palestine reports 381 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 0% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,171/100K.
Education
2.9% of adults in Palestine hold a bachelor's degree or higher (91% below the national average). 93.2% have completed high school. Local schools score 6.0/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Palestine has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. The area gets 275 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 40.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.