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Poland, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Poland is a small town in Indiana with a population of 92. Residents earn $51,146 per year, which is 32% below the national average.

4.4 /5.0
A Great
92 Population 177/sq mi density
$51,146 Median Income $42,508 per capita
$81,600 Home Value $198,753 Zillow
53°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A
Overall
4.4 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$51,146 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$81,600 home value
A+
Education
4.5 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,146
32% lower than US avg
Home Value $81,600
71% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 10.9%
12% lower than US avg

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

People

Population92
Median Age46.7 yrs
Density177/mi²
Male / Female30% / 70%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans83.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,146
Per Capita$42,508
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty10.9%
County GDP$760M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$81,600
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$198,753
Housing Units63
Rent Burden24.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.7 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation663 ft (202 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+88.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute20 min
Broadband64.0%
EV Stations1
Libraries2

Is Poland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poland receives an overall livability score of 4.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes. Poland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poland is $51,146, 32% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 10.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poland is $81,600, 71% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 88.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Poland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 49.7 inches, including 15.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Poland has a population of 92 with a density of 177 people per square mile. The median age is 46.7 years, 20% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

92
Total Population
177
People / sq mi
46.7yrs
Median Age
20% above US avg
0.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 30.4%
Female 69.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Poland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Poland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poland is $51,146, which is 32% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 10.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Poland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,146
32% below US avg
Per Capita Income$42,508
Avg Weekly Wage$1,108
IRS Avg AGI$57,706

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate10.9%
12% below US avg
Establishments (County)330
County GDP$760M

Business (County)

Restaurants30
Healthcare29
Retail52
Manufacturing32

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate2.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.7 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Poland is $81,600, 71% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $198,753.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$81,600
71% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$198,753

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden24.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.4%
Housing Units63
Median Year Built1972

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,317
34% below US avg
Effective Rate2.84%
Poland has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.7 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.8°F
2% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.7 inches
31% above US avg
Snowfall15.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation663 ft (202 m)
Area0.5 sq mi (1.3 km²)
Population Density177/sq mi
Coordinates39.4446°N, 86.9543°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18119
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.7-point margin. 64.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.5%
D 23.8%

Winner: Republican by 50.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+88.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density177/sq mi
Total Area0.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access64.0%
EV Charging Stations1
Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities29
Restaurants30
Retail Stores52

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.7 min
Drive Alone82.8%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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