Perrysville, IN

Indiana

Perrysville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 601. Residents earn $77,500 per year, which is 3% above the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
601 Population 2,312/sq mi density
$77,500 Median Income $29,656 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $168,613 Zillow
$805 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$77,500 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $805/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
19.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $77,500
3% higher than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.4%
42% lower than US avg
Median Rent $805
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.8%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.6%
10% higher than US avg

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

People

Population601
Median Age36.3 yrs
Density2,312/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 82%

Economy

B+
Median Income$77,500
Per Capita$29,656
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty13.6%
County GDP$638M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$805
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,613

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.1 in/yr
Elevation544 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.4%
High School+92.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 79% / D 19%
Commute25 min
Libraries4

Is Perrysville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Perrysville receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Perrysville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Perrysville is $77,500, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. 13.6% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Perrysville is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $805 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Perrysville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.1 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Perrysville has a population of 601 with a density of 2,312 people per square mile. The median age is 36.3 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81.9%), with 11.3% Hispanic.

Population

601
Total Population
2,312
People / sq mi
36.3yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 60.1%
Female 39.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Perrysville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Perrysville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Perrysville is $77,500, which is 3% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 13.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Perrysville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$77,500
3% above US avg
Per Capita Income$29,656
Avg Weekly Wage$891
IRS Avg AGI$63,277

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate13.6%
10% above US avg
Establishments (County)370
County GDP$638M

Business (County)

Restaurants31
Healthcare22
Retail62
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.63%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.4 min
Work from Home5.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Perrysville is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $805 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,613.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,613

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$805
31% 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-Occupied62.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,500
29% below US avg
Effective Rate2.63%
In Perrysville, 40.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 27.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.8%
27% above US avg
Diabetes11.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.9%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.5%
Physical Inactivity27.1%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress20.7%
Physical Distress15.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate94.2%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death10,687/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access51.7%
Healthcare Facilities22

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Safety Score

Perrysville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.8°F
6% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.1 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation544 ft (166 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density2,312/sq mi
Coordinates40.0532°N, 87.4359°W
County FIPS18045
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 19.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (42% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 60-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 79.1%
D 19.1%

Winner: Republican by 60 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.4%
42% below US avg
High School+92.3%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density2,312/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities22
Restaurants31
Retail Stores62

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)5

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.4 min
Work from Home5.4%

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