Roann, IN

Indiana

Roann is a small town in Indiana with a population of 365. Residents earn $47,614 per year, which is 37% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
365 Population 1,587/sq mi density
$47,614 Median Income $26,223 per capita
$95,200 Home Value $217,917 Zillow
$625 Median Rent 24.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$47,614 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,200 home value, $625/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
11.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $47,614
37% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,200
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 11.9%
65% lower than US avg
Median Rent $625
46% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 5.7%
54% lower than US avg

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

People

Population365
Median Age41.8 yrs
Density1,587/mi²
Male / Female44% / 56%
Largest GroupWhite 95%

Economy

B+
Median Income$47,614
Per Capita$26,223
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty5.7%
County GDP$1,715M
Commute26 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,200
Rent$625
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$217,917
Rent Burden24.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.1 in/yr
Elevation749 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+11.9%
High School+87.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute26 min
Libraries3

Is Roann a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roann receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Roann offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roann is $47,614, 37% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roann is $95,200, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $625 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Roann experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.1 inches, including 30.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Roann has a population of 365 with a density of 1,587 people per square mile. The median age is 41.8 years, 7% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (94.5%), with 1.4% Hispanic.

Population

365
Total Population
1,587
People / sq mi
41.8yrs
Median Age
7% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 44.4%
Female 55.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Roann vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Roann vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roann is $47,614, which is 37% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 5.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 26 minutes.

Income: Roann vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$47,614
37% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,223
Avg Weekly Wage$967
IRS Avg AGI$69,050

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate5.7%
54% below US avg
Establishments (County)778
County GDP$1,715M

Business (County)

Restaurants65
Healthcare84
Retail113
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.3 min
Work from Home12.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Roann is $95,200, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $625 (46% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $217,917.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,200
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$217,917

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$625
46% below US avg
Rent Burden24.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied73.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,750
21% below US avg
Effective Rate2.89%
In Roann, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.5% report depression. 25.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure34.1%
Asthma11.6%
COPD8.0%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity25.4%
Depression26.5%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.8%
Checkup Rate77.4%
Premature Death10,985/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access65.9%
Healthcare Facilities84

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Roann has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.9°F
8% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.1 inches
8% above US avg
Snowfall30.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation749 ft (228 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,587/sq mi
Coordinates40.9110°N, 85.9246°W
County FIPS18169
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 11.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (65% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 50.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.7%
D 23.9%

Winner: Republican by 50.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+11.9%
65% below US avg
High School+87.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,587/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities84
Restaurants65
Retail Stores113

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.3 min
Work from Home12.4%

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