Poseyville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Poseyville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,131. Residents earn $70,455 per year, which is 6% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
1,131 Population 1,740/sq mi density
$70,455 Median Income $33,693 per capita
$131,500 Home Value $210,959 Zillow
$722 Median Rent
56°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$70,455 median income, 2.7% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$131,500 home value, $722/mo rent
C
Education
2.5 / 5.0
18.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $70,455
6% lower than US avg
Home Value $131,500
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.5%
45% lower than US avg
Median Rent $722
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.0%
25% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.7%
25% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.2%
66% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,131
Median Age41.0 yrs
Density1,740/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$70,455
Per Capita$33,693
Unemployment2.7%
Poverty4.2%
County GDP$5,935M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$131,500
Rent$722
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$210,959

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp56°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain50.0 in/yr
Elevation439 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.5%
High School+86.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute27 min
Libraries4

Is Poseyville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Poseyville receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Poseyville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Poseyville is $70,455, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.7%. Only 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Poseyville is $131,500, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $722 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Poseyville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches, including 11.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Poseyville has a population of 1,131 with a density of 1,740 people per square mile. The median age is 41.0 years, 5% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.5%), with 1.9% Hispanic.

Population

1,131
Total Population
1,740
People / sq mi
41.0yrs
Median Age
5% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Poseyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.9%
26% above US avg
Spanish1.1%
92% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Poseyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Poseyville is $70,455, which is 6% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Poseyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$70,455
6% below US avg
Per Capita Income$33,693
Avg Weekly Wage$1,309
IRS Avg AGI$79,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.7%
25% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.2%
66% below US avg
Establishments (County)590
County GDP$5,935M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare43
Retail57
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,885
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.19%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.0 min
Work from Home5.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Poseyville is $131,500, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $722 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $210,959.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$131,500
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$210,959

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$722
38% 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-Occupied77.2%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,885
18% below US avg
Effective Rate2.19%
In Poseyville, 40.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 22.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.0%
25% above US avg
Diabetes10.1%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.2%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity22.4%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress19.0%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.3%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death7,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access26.0%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Poseyville has an average annual temperature of 56°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 50.0 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (0°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average56.2°F
4% above US avg
January Average32°F (0°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall50.0 inches
32% above US avg
Snowfall11.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation439 ft (134 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.7 km²)
Population Density1,740/sq mi
Coordinates38.1698°N, 87.7833°W
County FIPS18129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 18.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (45% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.5%
45% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density1,740/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants39
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.0 min
Work from Home5.8%

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