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River Forest, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

River Forest is a small town in Indiana with a population of 11. Residents earn $193,750 per year, which is 158% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
11 Population 550/sq mi density
$193,750 Median Income $57,691 per capita
$316,700 Home Value
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$193,750 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$316,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
50.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $193,750
158% higher than US avg
Home Value $316,700
12% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 50.0%
48% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 18.2%
47% higher than US avg

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

People

Population11
Median Age54.8 yrs
Density550/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans11.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$193,750
Per Capita$57,691
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty18.2%
County GDP$5,526M
Commute14 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$316,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units7
Rent Burden29.2%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.8 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation872 ft (266 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+50.0%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+36.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 36%
Commute14 min
Broadband5.0%
Libraries8

Is River Forest a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, River Forest receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, abundant sunshine. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. River Forest stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in River Forest is $193,750, which is significantly higher than the national average — 158% above $75,149. This places River Forest among higher-income communities. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 18.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in River Forest is $316,700, 12% above the national median. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 50.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

River Forest experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.8 inches, including 20.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

River Forest has a population of 11 with a density of 550 people per square mile. The median age is 54.8 years, 41% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (90.9%).

Population

11
Total Population
550
People / sq mi
54.8yrs
Median Age
41% above US avg
0.0mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

River Forest vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

River Forest vs U.S. Average

The median household income in River Forest is $193,750, which is 158% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 18.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 14 minutes.

Income: River Forest vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$193,750
158% above US avg
Per Capita Income$57,691
Avg Weekly Wage$961
IRS Avg AGI$59,559

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate18.2%
47% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,484
County GDP$5,526M

Business (County)

Restaurants230
Healthcare308
Retail345
Manufacturing104

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate0.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time13.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in River Forest is $316,700, 12% above the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$316,700
12% above US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.2%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units7
Median Year Built1951

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,964
15% below US avg
Effective Rate0.94%
River Forest has an average annual temperature of 53°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.8 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average52.6°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.8 inches
15% above US avg
Snowfall20.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation872 ft (266 m)
Area0.0 sq mi (0.1 km²)
Population Density550/sq mi
Coordinates40.1106°N, 85.7292°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18095
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 50.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (48% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27-point margin. 5.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.5%
D 35.6%

Winner: Republican by 27 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+50.0%
48% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+36.4%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density550/sq mi
Total Area0.0 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access5.0%
Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities308
Restaurants230
Retail Stores345

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute13.8 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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