Paoli, IN

Indiana

Paoli is a small town in Indiana with a population of 3,274. Residents earn $45,926 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
3,274 Population 875/sq mi density
$45,926 Median Income $30,063 per capita
$134,300 Home Value $168,305 Zillow
$827 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$45,926 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$134,300 home value, $827/mo rent
C
Education
2.1 / 5.0
13.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,926
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $134,300
52% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 13.2%
61% lower than US avg
Median Rent $827
29% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.1%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.7%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population3,274
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density875/mi²
Male / Female46% / 54%
Largest GroupWhite 86%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,926
Per Capita$30,063
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty13.7%
County GDP$992M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$134,300
Rent$827
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,305

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression30.0%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation611 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+13.2%
High School+87.2%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Paoli a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Paoli receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Paoli offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Paoli is $45,926, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. 13.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Paoli is $134,300, 52% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $827 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Paoli experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Paoli has a population of 3,274 with a density of 875 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (86.3%), with 4.8% Hispanic.

Population

3,274
Total Population
875
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
3.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.6%
Female 54.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Paoli vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.7%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.3%
98% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Paoli vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Paoli is $45,926, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Paoli vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,926
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,063
Avg Weekly Wage$867
IRS Avg AGI$54,247

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.7%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)400
County GDP$992M

Business (County)

Restaurants43
Healthcare45
Retail61
Manufacturing21

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,643
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.97%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home7.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Paoli is $134,300, 52% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $827 (29% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,305.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$134,300
52% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,305

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$827
29% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied62.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,643
24% below US avg
Effective Rate1.97%
In Paoli, 42.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 30.0% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.1%
31% above US avg
Diabetes13.1%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure37.8%
Asthma12.3%
COPD10.5%
Stroke3.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression30.0%
Mental Distress22.1%
Physical Distress16.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.0%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death9,621/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access69.9%
Healthcare Facilities45

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Paoli has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation611 ft (186 m)
Area3.7 sq mi (9.7 km²)
Population Density875/sq mi
Coordinates38.5567°N, 86.4704°W
County FIPS18117
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 13.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (61% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.3%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+13.2%
61% below US avg
High School+87.2%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.1/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density875/sq mi
Total Area3.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants43
Retail Stores61

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home7.1%

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