Median Income
$61,136
19% lower than US avg
Home Value
$92,300
67% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
9.7%
71% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$886
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
38.7%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment
1.1%
69% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
13.2%
6% higher than US avg
How Patoka Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population887
Median Age33.4 yrs
Density745/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.4%
Economy
B+
Median Income$61,136
Per Capita$24,386
Unemployment1.1%
Poverty13.2%
County GDP$4,453M
Commute27 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$92,300
Rent$886
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$145,287
Rent Burden17.5%
Health
Obesity38.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.6%
Heart Disease5.7%
Climate
Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.8 in/yr
Elevation446 ft
Education
D
Bachelor's+9.7%
High School+84.6%
School Score6.01
Community
2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute27 min
Broadband89.9%
Libraries5
Is Patoka a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Patoka receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Patoka offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Patoka is $61,136, 19% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.1%. 13.2% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Patoka is $92,300, 67% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $886 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.
Education
9.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 84.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
Climate & Weather
Patoka experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.8 inches, including 12.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Patoka has a population of 887 with a density of 745 people per square mile. The median age is 33.4 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88%), with 6.4% Hispanic.
Population
33.4yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 99.2% |
| 26% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.8% |
| 94% below US avg |
The median household income in Patoka is $61,136, which is 19% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.
Income
| Median HH Income | $61,136 |
| 19% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $24,386 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $1,305 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $65,154 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 1.1% |
| 69% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 13.2% |
| 6% above US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 800 |
| County GDP | $4,453M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 62 |
| Healthcare | 76 |
| Retail | 116 |
| Manufacturing | 38 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,658 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.88% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 26.6 min |
| Drive Alone | 83.9% |
| Public Transit | 0.0% |
| Work from Home | 2.6% |
The median home value in Patoka is $92,300, 67% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $886 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $145,287.
Home Values
| Census Median | $92,300 |
| 67% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $145,287 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $886 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Rent Burden | 17.5% |
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) | $2,658 |
| 24% below US avg |
| Effective Rate | 2.88% |
In Patoka, 38.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.6% report depression. 23.2% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Patoka vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 38.7% |
| 21% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 10.3% |
| Heart Disease | 5.7% |
| High Blood Pressure | 33.1% |
| Asthma | 11.4% |
| COPD | 7.1% |
| Stroke | 2.9% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 18.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.2% |
| Depression | 27.6% |
| Mental Distress | 19.2% |
| Physical Distress | 13.1% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 93.3% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 78.3% |
| Premature Death | 7,824/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.4/10 |
| Exercise Access | 67.2% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 76 |
Crime Rates: Patoka vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 7 |
Safety Score
Patoka has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
Temperature
30°F Jan (-1°C)
77°F Jul (25°C)
| Annual Average | 55.0°F |
| 2% above US avg |
| January Average | 30°F (-1°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 49.8 inches |
| 31% above US avg |
| Snowfall | 12.2 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 446 ft (136 m) |
| Area | 1.2 sq mi (3.1 km²) |
| Population Density | 745/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.3963°N, 87.5942°W |
| County FIPS | 18051 |