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Russellville, IN

Indiana

Russellville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 301. Residents earn $71,429 per year, which is 5% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
301 Population 1,505/sq mi density
$71,429 Median Income $27,309 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $184,207 Zillow
$806 Median Rent 37.5% income on rent
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$71,429 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $806/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $71,429
5% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.8%
80% lower than US avg
Median Rent $806
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population301
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density1,505/mi²
Male / Female40% / 61%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.3%

Economy

A
Median Income$71,429
Per Capita$27,309
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$1,459M
Commute32 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$806
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$184,207
Housing Units161
Rent Burden37.5%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured8.3%
Smoking18.3%
Depression27.7%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation826 ft (252 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.8%
High School+80.5%
Graduate+1.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
Commute32 min
Broadband85.8%
Libraries2

Is Russellville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Russellville receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Russellville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Russellville is $71,429, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Russellville is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $806 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 80.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Russellville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 22.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Russellville has a population of 301 with a density of 1,505 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.3%).

Population

301
Total Population
1,505
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 39.5%
Female 60.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Russellville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.1%
26% above US avg
Spanish0.9%
93% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Russellville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Russellville is $71,429, which is 5% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.

Income: Russellville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$71,429
5% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,309
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$65,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)768
County GDP$1,459M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare71
Retail111
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,138
39% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.38%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.6 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Russellville is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $806 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $184,207.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$184,207

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$97
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio93.3%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$806
31% below US avg
Rent Burden37.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied93.3%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1944

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,138
39% below US avg
Effective Rate2.38%
In Russellville, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 8.3% of residents lack health insurance. 18.3% are current smokers. 27.7% report depression. 24.8% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes11.0%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.6%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.9%
Cancer7.4%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.3%
31% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity24.8%
Depression27.7%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.8%
Short Sleep38.5%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.6%
Uninsured8.3%
3% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.1%
Dental Visits60.0%
Premature Death8,446/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities71
Russellville has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall22.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation826 ft (252 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.5 km²)
Population Density1,505/sq mi
Coordinates39.8570°N, 86.9832°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 6.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (80% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52-point margin. 85.8% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.8%
80% below US avg
High School+80.5%
Graduate Degree+1.7%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,505/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access85.8%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants79
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.6 min
Drive Alone76.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home5.9%

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