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Paxton, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Sullivan County County
Paxton, IN
At a Glance
How Paxton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Paxton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Paxton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Paxton residents earn a median household income of $48,938 , which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $26,449. The unemployment rate stands at 0.0% (100% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 372 business establishments, including 38 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Paxton is $87,900 , 69% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $148,460. The cost of living index is 93.3 (100 = national average). The median home was built in 1960.
Safety & Crime
Paxton reports 56 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 85% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 3,887/100K.
Education
21.0% of adults in Paxton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below the national average). 100.0% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.8/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Paxton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. The area gets 293 sunny days per year. Annual precipitation totals 47.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.