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Patriot, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Patriot is a small town in Indiana with a population of 176. Residents earn $52,917 per year, which is 30% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
176 Population 629/sq mi density
$52,917 Median Income $29,315 per capita
$103,600 Home Value $231,110 Zillow
$644 Median Rent 20.6% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$52,917 median income, 3.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$103,600 home value, $644/mo rent
D
Education
1.9 / 5.0
11.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,917
30% lower than US avg
Home Value $103,600
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.7%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $644
45% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.7%
3% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.3%
33% lower than US avg

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

People

Population176
Median Age48.3 yrs
Density629/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,917
Per Capita$29,315
Unemployment3.7%
Poverty8.3%
County GDP$461M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$103,600
Rent$644
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$231,110
Housing Units108
Rent Burden20.6%

Health

Obesity39.6%
Uninsured9.5%
Smoking20.5%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation462 ft (141 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.7%
High School+80.5%
Graduate+0.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute35 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries1

Is Patriot a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Patriot is $52,917, 30% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.7%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.3% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Patriot is $103,600, 63% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $644 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Patriot experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Patriot has a population of 176 with a density of 629 people per square mile. The median age is 48.3 years, 24% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.9%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

176
Total Population
629
People / sq mi
48.3yrs
Median Age
24% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.7%
Female 44.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Patriot vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Patriot vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Patriot is $52,917, which is 30% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.7% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Patriot vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,917
30% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,315
Avg Weekly Wage$1,355
IRS Avg AGI$60,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.7%
3% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.3%
33% below US avg
Establishments (County)162
County GDP$461M

Business (County)

Restaurants5
Healthcare6
Retail20
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.68%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.2 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Patriot is $103,600, 63% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $644 (45% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $231,110.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$103,600
63% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$231,110

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$644
45% below US avg
Rent Burden20.6%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied72.7%
Housing Units108
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,778
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.68%
In Patriot, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.5% of residents lack health insurance. 20.5% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure36.1%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.8%
Cancer7.3%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking20.5%
46% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.2%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.6%
Physical Distress14.8%
Short Sleep38.2%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate70.5%
Uninsured9.5%
10% above US avg
Checkup Rate76.4%
Dental Visits55.3%
Premature Death12,177/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access46.5%
Healthcare Facilities6
Patriot has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.0°F
2% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.7 inches
26% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation462 ft (141 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density629/sq mi
Coordinates38.8352°N, 84.8303°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS21077
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 11.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 59.9-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.4%
D 19.4%

Winner: Republican by 59.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.7%
65% below US avg
High School+80.5%
Graduate Degree+0.6%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density629/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities6
Restaurants5
Retail Stores20

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.2 min
Drive Alone67.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home11.7%

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