Pennville, IN

Indiana

Pennville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 666. Residents earn $36,607 per year, which is 51% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
666 Population 1,332/sq mi density
$36,607 Median Income $19,444 per capita
$75,000 Home Value $166,556 Zillow
$675 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$36,607 median income, 2.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$75,000 home value, $675/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $36,607
51% lower than US avg
Home Value $75,000
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.3%
84% lower than US avg
Median Rent $675
42% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.3%
36% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.3%
72% higher than US avg

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

People

Population666
Median Age39.1 yrs
Density1,332/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 80%

Economy

C+
Median Income$36,607
Per Capita$19,444
Unemployment2.3%
Poverty21.3%
County GDP$1,546M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$75,000
Rent$675
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$166,556

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease7.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.7 in/yr
Elevation880 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.3%
High School+85.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute32 min
Libraries4

Is Pennville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Pennville receives an overall livability score of 3.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Pennville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Pennville is $36,607, 51% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.3%. The poverty rate of 21.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Pennville is $75,000, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $675 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

5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Pennville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.7 inches, including 32.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Pennville has a population of 666 with a density of 1,332 people per square mile. The median age is 39.1 years, 1% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.3%), with 5.1% Hispanic.

Population

666
Total Population
1,332
People / sq mi
39.1yrs
Median Age
1% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.4%
Female 44.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Pennville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only93.0%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.0%
48% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Pennville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Pennville is $36,607, which is 51% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Pennville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$36,607
51% below US avg
Per Capita Income$19,444
Avg Weekly Wage$925
IRS Avg AGI$58,055

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.3%
36% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.3%
72% above US avg
Establishments (County)428
County GDP$1,546M

Business (County)

Restaurants32
Healthcare45
Retail56
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,064
41% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.75%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time32.0 min
Work from Home1.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Pennville is $75,000, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $675 (42% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $166,556.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$75,000
73% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$166,556

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$675
42% 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-Occupied63.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,064
41% below US avg
Effective Rate2.75%
In Pennville, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 30.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease7.1%
High Blood Pressure38.0%
Asthma11.9%
COPD10.3%
Stroke3.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.2%
Physical Inactivity30.6%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress16.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.7%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death12,021/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.0/10
Exercise Access49.2%
Healthcare Facilities45

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Pennville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.7 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.3°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.7 inches
10% above US avg
Snowfall32.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation880 ft (268 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density1,332/sq mi
Coordinates40.4919°N, 85.1469°W
County FIPS18075
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 5.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (84% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 21.6%

Winner: Republican by 55.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.3%
84% below US avg
High School+85.3%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,332/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities45
Restaurants32
Retail Stores56

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute32.0 min
Work from Home1.1%

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