Plymouth, IN

Indiana

Plymouth is a small city in Indiana with a population of 10,506. Residents earn $53,115 per year, which is 29% below the national average.

3.1 /5.0
B Good
10,506 Population 1,388/sq mi density
$53,115 Median Income $28,761 per capita
$122,200 Home Value $235,462 Zillow
$957 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
140 Violent Crime/100K 2,132 property/100K
B
Overall
3.1 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$53,115 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$122,200 home value, $957/mo rent
F
Safety
1.0 / 5.0
140 violent crimes/100K (63% below avg)
C+
Education
2.7 / 5.0
21.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,115
29% lower than US avg
Home Value $122,200
57% lower than US avg
Violent Crime 140/100K
63% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 21.0%
38% lower than US avg
Median Rent $957
18% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 45.0%
40% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 8.8%
29% lower than US avg

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

People

Population10,506
Median Age34.9 yrs
Density1,388/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 81%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,115
Per Capita$28,761
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty8.8%
County GDP$2,376M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$122,200
Rent$957
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$235,462

Crime

F
Violent140/100K
Property2,132/100K
Murder10.0/100K
Assault70/100K
Burglary229/100K

Health

Obesity45.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation799 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+21.0%
High School+83.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute22 min
EV Stations7
Libraries5

Is Plymouth a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Plymouth is $53,115, 29% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. 8.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Plymouth is $122,200, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $957 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Safety & Crime

Plymouth is a very safe community with a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents — well below the national average of 380. Property crime occurs at a rate of 2,132 per 100,000, near the national average.

Education

21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 83.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Plymouth experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 54.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Plymouth has a population of 10,506 with a density of 1,388 people per square mile. The median age is 34.9 years, 10% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (81%).

Population

10,506
Total Population
1,388
People / sq mi
34.9yrs
Median Age
10% below US avg
7.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51%
Female 49%

Race & Ethnicity

Plymouth vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only75.5%
4% below US avg
Spanish24.5%
83% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Plymouth vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Plymouth is $53,115, which is 29% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 8.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Plymouth vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,115
29% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,761
Avg Weekly Wage$989
IRS Avg AGI$69,578

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate8.8%
29% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,155
County GDP$2,376M

Business (County)

Restaurants92
Healthcare96
Retail163
Manufacturing138

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,139
18% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.39%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Plymouth is $122,200, 57% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $957 (18% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $235,462.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$122,200
57% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$235,462
Median List Price$207,250

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$207,250
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio97.4%
Price Drops22.2%
Inventory9

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$957
18% 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-Occupied55.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,139
18% above US avg
Effective Rate3.39%
In Plymouth, 45.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 30.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity45.0%
40% above US avg
Diabetes12.6%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.8%
Asthma11.2%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.3%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.1%
Physical Inactivity30.3%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress14.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate84.6%
Checkup Rate76.1%
Premature Death9,237/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.1/10
Exercise Access63.3%
Healthcare Facilities96
Plymouth has a violent crime rate of 140 per 100,000 residents, 63% below the national average of 380. Property crime stands at 2,132 per 100,000 (9% above US avg). The murder rate is 10.0 per 100,000.

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

Violent Crime

Total Violent139.5/100K
63% below US avg
Murder10.0/100K
58% above US avg
Rape49.8/100K
Robbery10.0/100K
Assault69.8/100K

Property Crime

Total Property2,132.3/100K
9% above US avg
Burglary229.2/100K
Theft1,783.6/100K
Vehicle Theft119.6/100K
Arson0.0/100K

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Safety GradeF
Safety Score1.0 / 5.0
Plymouth has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall54.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation799 ft (244 m)
Area7.6 sq mi (19.6 km²)
Population Density1,388/sq mi
Coordinates41.3488°N, 86.3193°W
County FIPS18099
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 21.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (38% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.8%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+21.0%
38% below US avg
High School+83.9%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,388/sq mi
Total Area7.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

EV Charging Stations7
Alt Fuel Stations9
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities96
Restaurants92
Retail Stores163

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10
F Safety Grade (1.0/5.0)

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home2.4%

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