Ridgeville, IN

Indiana

Ridgeville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 576. Residents earn $39,868 per year, which is 47% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
576 Population 1,029/sq mi density
$39,868 Median Income $26,803 per capita
$45,400 Home Value $154,070 Zillow
$720 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$39,868 median income, 3.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,400 home value, $720/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $39,868
47% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,400
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.6%
86% lower than US avg
Median Rent $720
38% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.4%
17% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.0%
17% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.0%
52% lower than US avg

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

People

Population576
Median Age48.8 yrs
Density1,029/mi²
Male / Female55% / 45%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$39,868
Per Capita$26,803
Unemployment3.0%
Poverty6.0%
County GDP$1,259M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,400
Rent$720
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$154,070

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.4%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.8%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.4 in/yr
Elevation994 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.6%
High School+90.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 76% / D 22%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Ridgeville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Ridgeville receives an overall livability score of 3.3 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 below-average incomes. Ridgeville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Ridgeville is $39,868, 47% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.0%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 6.0% 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 Ridgeville is $45,400, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $720 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ridgeville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.4 inches, including 20.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ridgeville has a population of 576 with a density of 1,029 people per square mile. The median age is 48.8 years, 25% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%).

Population

576
Total Population
1,029
People / sq mi
48.8yrs
Median Age
25% above US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 55.2%
Female 44.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Ridgeville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Ridgeville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ridgeville is $39,868, which is 47% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Ridgeville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$39,868
47% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,803
Avg Weekly Wage$997
IRS Avg AGI$56,272

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.0%
17% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.0%
52% below US avg
Establishments (County)569
County GDP$1,259M

Business (County)

Restaurants45
Healthcare54
Retail67
Manufacturing43

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,135
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.8 min
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Ridgeville is $45,400, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $720 (38% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $154,070.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,400
84% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$154,070

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$720
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-Occupied80.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,135
39% below US avg
Effective Rate4.70%
In Ridgeville, 37.4% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.8% report depression. 25.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.4%
17% above US avg
Diabetes10.6%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.1%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.9%
Physical Inactivity25.7%
Depression27.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress14.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.5%
Checkup Rate76.6%
Premature Death11,075/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access43.4%
Healthcare Facilities54

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Ridgeville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.4 inches
9% above US avg
Snowfall20.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation994 ft (303 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Coordinates40.2916°N, 85.0286°W
County FIPS18135
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 4.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (86% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 53.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.9%
D 22.3%

Winner: Republican by 53.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.6%
86% below US avg
High School+90.0%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,029/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities54
Restaurants45
Retail Stores67

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.8 min
Work from Home1.5%

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