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Rolling Prairie, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Rolling Prairie is a small town in Indiana with a population of 389.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
389 Population 367/sq mi density
$168,800 Home Value $302,357 Zillow
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
4.8 / 5.0
47.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $168,800
40% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 47.3%
40% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population389
Median Age61.1 yrs
Density367/mi²
Male / Female60% / 40%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,801
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,718M
Commute25 min

Housing

Home Value$168,800
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$302,357
Housing Units58
Rent Burden29.5%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured7.1%
Smoking15.9%
Depression27.5%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation820 ft (250 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+47.3%
High School+100.0%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Broadband58.0%
EV Stations2
Libraries14

Is Rolling Prairie a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Rolling Prairie receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, abundant sunshine. Rolling Prairie stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Rolling Prairie is $168,800, 40% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 47.3% 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

Rolling Prairie experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Rolling Prairie has a population of 389 with a density of 367 people per square mile. The median age is 61.1 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

389
Total Population
367
People / sq mi
61.1yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 59.9%
Female 40.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Rolling Prairie vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Rolling Prairie vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Rolling Prairie is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Rolling Prairie vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,801
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$80,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,096
County GDP$9,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare432
Retail544
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Rolling Prairie is $168,800, 40% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $302,357.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$168,800
40% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$302,357

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Rent Burden29.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units58
Median Year Built1962

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Rate4.18%
In Rolling Prairie, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.1% of residents lack health insurance. 15.9% are current smokers. 27.5% report depression. 22.8% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Rolling Prairie vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes10.3%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.9%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.9%
14% above US avg
Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity22.8%
Depression27.5%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress12.9%
Short Sleep35.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured7.1%
17% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.6%
Dental Visits63.9%
Premature Death9,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities432
Rolling Prairie has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall65.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation820 ft (250 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density367/sq mi
Coordinates41.6745°N, 86.6199°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS26021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 47.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin. 58.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+47.3%
40% above US avg
High School+100.0%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density367/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access58.0%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations2
Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities432
Restaurants391
Retail Stores544

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.5 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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