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Reynolds, IN

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Reynolds is a small town in Indiana with a population of 655. Residents earn $55,625 per year, which is 26% below the national average.

3.8 /5.0
B+ Good
655 Population 1,191/sq mi density
$55,625 Median Income $22,051 per capita
$105,900 Home Value $195,390 Zillow
$1,104 Median Rent 41.0% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.8 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.0 / 5.0
$55,625 median income, 2.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$105,900 home value, $1,104/mo rent
C+
Education
2.5 / 5.0
19.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $55,625
26% lower than US avg
Home Value $105,900
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 19.0%
44% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,104
5% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 44.0%
37% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.8%
22% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 1.4%
89% lower than US avg

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

People

Population655
Median Age38.3 yrs
Density1,191/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 88%
Veterans6.7%

Economy

A
Median Income$55,625
Per Capita$22,051
Unemployment2.8%
Poverty1.4%
County GDP$1,514M
Commute18 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$105,900
Rent$1,104
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$195,390
Housing Units236
Rent Burden41.0%

Health

Obesity44.0%
Uninsured9.2%
Smoking16.9%
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation702 ft (214 m)

Education

C+
Bachelor's+19.0%
High School+92.2%
Graduate+5.2%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 26%
Commute18 min
Broadband88.7%
Libraries4

Is Reynolds a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Reynolds receives an overall livability score of 3.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Reynolds offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Reynolds is $55,625, 26% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.8%. Only 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Reynolds is $105,900, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,104 per month. At just 1.9x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.2% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Reynolds experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 41.0 inches, including 20.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Reynolds has a population of 655 with a density of 1,191 people per square mile. The median age is 38.3 years, 2% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (88.1%), with 2% Hispanic.

Population

655
Total Population
1,191
People / sq mi
38.3yrs
Median Age
2% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.7%
Female 47.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Reynolds vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.1%
22% above US avg
Spanish3.9%
71% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Reynolds vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Reynolds is $55,625, which is 26% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 18 minutes.

Income: Reynolds vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$55,625
26% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,051
Avg Weekly Wage$935
IRS Avg AGI$66,512

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.8%
22% below US avg
Poverty Rate1.4%
89% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,514M

Business (County)

Restaurants52
Healthcare32
Retail99
Manufacturing39

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,703
23% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.55%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time17.9 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home13.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Reynolds is $105,900, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,104 (5% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $195,390.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$105,900
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$195,390

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,104
5% below US avg
Rent Burden41.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied79.7%
Housing Units236
Median Year Built1960

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,703
23% below US avg
Effective Rate2.55%
In Reynolds, 44.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 9.2% of residents lack health insurance. 16.9% are current smokers. 27.3% report depression. 25.1% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity44.0%
37% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.9%
21% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.1%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress19.1%
Physical Distress13.5%
Short Sleep37.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.4%
Uninsured9.2%
7% above US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits62.9%
Premature Death9,851/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.7/10
Exercise Access43.9%
Healthcare Facilities32
Reynolds has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.0 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall20.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation702 ft (214 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.4 km²)
Population Density1,191/sq mi
Coordinates40.7492°N, 86.8743°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18181
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 19.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (44% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 45-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.4%
D 26.4%

Winner: Republican by 45 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+19.0%
44% below US avg
High School+92.2%
Graduate Degree+5.2%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,191/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities32
Restaurants52
Retail Stores99

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute17.9 min
Drive Alone77.6%
Public Transit1.5%
Work from Home13.2%

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