Pendleton, IN
Full City Profile · Indiana · Madison County County
Pendleton, IN
At a Glance
How Pendleton Compares to the U.S. Average
Each bar shows Pendleton's value as a percentage of the national average (100% = U.S. avg)
Is Pendleton a Good Place to Live?
Economy & Jobs
Pendleton residents earn a median household income of $87,971 , which is 17% above the national average of $75,149. Per capita income is $51,969. The unemployment rate stands at 3.0% (17% below the U.S. rate of 3.6%). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. The area is home to 2,484 business establishments, including 230 restaurants.
Housing & Cost of Living
The median home value in Pendleton is $236,200 , 16% below the national median of $281,900. Zillow estimates the typical home at $336,016. Median rent is $1,154/month, with 25.3% 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 1983.
Safety & Crime
Pendleton reports 34 violent crimes per 100,000 residents , which is 91% below the national average of 380/100K. Property crime is 51/100K.
Education
37.5% of adults in Pendleton hold a bachelor's degree or higher (11% above the national average). 92.8% have completed high school. Local schools score 5.5/10 in standardized testing.
Climate & Weather
Pendleton has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 42.