Roseland, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Roseland is a small town in Indiana with a population of 982. Residents earn $48,125 per year, which is 36% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
982 Population 2,584/sq mi density
$48,125 Median Income $30,490 per capita
$117,900 Home Value
$1,181 Median Rent 38.3% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.9 / 5.0
$48,125 median income, 3.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$117,900 home value, $1,181/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,125
36% lower than US avg
Home Value $117,900
58% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.4%
29% higher than US avg
Median Rent $1,181
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.6%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.9%
8% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 20.8%
68% higher than US avg

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

People

Population982
Median Age26.1 yrs
Density2,584/mi²
Male / Female59% / 41%
Largest GroupWhite 71%
Veterans3.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$48,125
Per Capita$30,490
Unemployment3.9%
Poverty20.8%
County GDP$19,493M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$117,900
Rent$1,181
OwnershipN/A
Rent Burden38.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.6%
Heart Disease7.3%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.9 in/yr
Elevation731 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.4%
High School+94.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 49% / D 50%
Commute19 min
Broadband73.8%
Libraries15

Is Roseland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Roseland receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Roseland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Roseland is $48,125, 36% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.9%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 20.8% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Roseland is $117,900, 58% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,181 per month. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Roseland 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 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Roseland has a population of 982 with a density of 2,584 people per square mile. The median age is 26.1 years, 33% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (70.9%), with 1.2% Hispanic, 10.7% Black.

Population

982
Total Population
2,584
People / sq mi
26.1yrs
Median Age
33% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 58.6%
Female 41.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Roseland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only84.5%
8% above US avg
Spanish15.5%
16% above US avg

Social Characteristics

Roseland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Roseland is $48,125, which is 36% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 20.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: Roseland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,125
36% below US avg
Per Capita Income$30,490
Avg Weekly Wage$1,140
IRS Avg AGI$73,799

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.9%
8% above US avg
Poverty Rate20.8%
68% above US avg
Establishments (County)6,539
County GDP$19,493M

Business (County)

Restaurants630
Healthcare722
Retail895
Manufacturing315

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,800
37% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate4.07%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.3 min
Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit9.6%
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Roseland is $117,900, 58% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,181 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$117,900
58% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,181
2% above US avg
Rent Burden38.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied35.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,800
37% above US avg
Effective Rate4.07%
In Roseland, 39.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.6% report depression. 30.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.6%
23% above US avg
Diabetes14.5%
Heart Disease7.3%
High Blood Pressure38.8%
Asthma11.6%
COPD9.4%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.8%
Physical Inactivity30.0%
Depression29.6%
Mental Distress21.2%
Physical Distress15.3%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.9%
Checkup Rate78.7%
Premature Death9,846/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access85.0%
Healthcare Facilities722

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Safety Score

Roseland 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 40.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

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

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.9 inches
8% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation731 ft (223 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density2,584/sq mi
Coordinates41.7176°N, 86.2506°W
County FIPS18141
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 43.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 1.5-point margin. 73.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 48.5%
D 50%

Winner: Democrat by 1.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.4%
29% above US avg
High School+94.8%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density2,584/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access73.8%
Public Libraries15
Healthcare Facilities722
Restaurants630
Retail Stores895

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)23

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.3 min
Drive Alone58.1%
Public Transit9.6%
Work from Home12.2%

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