Plainville, IN

Indiana

Plainville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 405. Residents earn $51,667 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
405 Population 1,157/sq mi density
$51,667 Median Income $27,280 per capita
$90,700 Home Value $123,451 Zillow
$793 Median Rent 26.9% income on rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$51,667 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,700 home value, $793/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
10.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,667
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,700
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 10.1%
70% lower than US avg
Median Rent $793
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.6%
26% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.4%
32% lower than US avg

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

People

Population405
Median Age38.8 yrs
Density1,157/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 78%
Veterans8.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,667
Per Capita$27,280
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty8.4%
County GDP$2,274M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,700
Rent$793
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$123,451
Rent Burden26.9%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.6 in/yr
Elevation471 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+10.1%
High School+92.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 81% / D 17%
Commute20 min
Broadband78.2%
Libraries2

Is Plainville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plainville is $51,667, 31% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. 8.4% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plainville is $90,700, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $793 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.8x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Plainville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.6 inches, including 18.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Plainville has a population of 405 with a density of 1,157 people per square mile. The median age is 38.8 years, 0% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (77.8%), with 12.6% Hispanic.

Population

405
Total Population
1,157
People / sq mi
38.8yrs
Median Age
0% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.6%
Female 47.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Plainville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.1%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.9%
86% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Plainville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plainville is $51,667, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 8.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Plainville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,667
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,280
Avg Weekly Wage$955
IRS Avg AGI$70,620

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate8.4%
32% below US avg
Establishments (County)978
County GDP$2,274M

Business (County)

Restaurants63
Healthcare74
Retail116
Manufacturing112

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.14%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.4 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home3.6%

Walkability

The median home value in Plainville is $90,700, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $793 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $123,451.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,700
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$123,451

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$793
32% below US avg
Rent Burden26.9%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied61.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,847
19% below US avg
Effective Rate3.14%
In Plainville, 40.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.4% report depression. 27.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.6%
26% above US avg
Diabetes11.2%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD8.4%
Stroke3.2%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity27.7%
Depression28.4%
Mental Distress20.5%
Physical Distress14.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.3%
Checkup Rate76.3%
Premature Death7,724/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access51.7%
Healthcare Facilities74

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Safety Score

Plainville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 77°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.8°F
3% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average77°F (25°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.6 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall18.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation471 ft (144 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density1,157/sq mi
Coordinates38.8048°N, 87.1515°W
County FIPS18027
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K. 10.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (70% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 64.3-point margin. 78.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 81.5%
D 17.2%

Winner: Republican by 64.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+10.1%
70% below US avg
High School+92.4%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 7Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K
Population Density1,157/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access78.2%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities74
Restaurants63
Retail Stores116

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)6

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.4 min
Drive Alone74.6%
Public Transit0.5%
Work from Home3.6%

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