Salt Creek Commons, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Salt Creek Commons is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,973. Residents earn $84,648 per year, which is 13% above the national average.

4.0 /5.0
A Great
1,973 Population 5,332/sq mi density
$84,648 Median Income $30,228 per capita
$181,100 Home Value
$1,323 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.0 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.3 / 5.0
$84,648 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$181,100 home value, $1,323/mo rent
C+
Education
2.6 / 5.0
20.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $84,648
13% higher than US avg
Home Value $181,100
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 20.3%
40% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,323
14% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.3%
29% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 13.9%
12% higher than US avg

How Salt Creek Commons Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population1,973
Median Age34.5 yrs
Density5,332/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A
Median Income$84,648
Per Capita$30,228
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty13.9%
County GDP$9,875M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$181,100
Rent$1,323
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression25.9%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation666 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+20.3%
High School+94.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 54% / D 44%
Commute28 min
Libraries7

Is Salt Creek Commons a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Salt Creek Commons receives an overall livability score of 4.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Salt Creek Commons stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Salt Creek Commons is $84,648, 13% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. 13.9% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Salt Creek Commons is $181,100, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,323 per month. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Salt Creek Commons experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 40.3 inches, including 40.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Salt Creek Commons has a population of 1,973 with a density of 5,332 people per square mile. The median age is 34.5 years, 11% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (83.9%), with 3.4% Hispanic, 2.7% Black.

Population

1,973
Total Population
5,332
People / sq mi
34.5yrs
Median Age
11% below US avg
0.4mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Salt Creek Commons vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Salt Creek Commons vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Salt Creek Commons is $84,648, which is 13% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 13.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Salt Creek Commons vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$84,648
13% above US avg
Per Capita Income$30,228
Avg Weekly Wage$1,120
IRS Avg AGI$88,304

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate13.9%
12% above US avg
Establishments (County)4,215
County GDP$9,875M

Business (County)

Restaurants369
Healthcare439
Retail464
Manufacturing151

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,957
42% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.74%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.7 min
Work from Home2.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Salt Creek Commons is $181,100, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,323 (14% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$181,100
36% below US avg
Median List Price$249,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$249,900
$/Sq Ft$220
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.3%
Price Drops100.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,323
14% above US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied84.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,957
42% above US avg
Effective Rate2.74%
In Salt Creek Commons, 41.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 25.9% report depression. 27.2% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Salt Creek Commons vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.3%
29% above US avg
Diabetes11.4%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure35.6%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.3%
Physical Inactivity27.2%
Depression25.9%
Mental Distress19.4%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate90.1%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death7,441/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access79.4%
Healthcare Facilities439

Crime Rates: Salt Creek Commons vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Safety Score

Salt Creek Commons has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg
Snowfall40.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation666 ft (203 m)
Area0.4 sq mi (1.0 km²)
Population Density5,332/sq mi
Coordinates41.5111°N, 87.1411°W
County FIPS18127
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 20.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (40% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 10.5-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 54.3%
D 43.8%

Winner: Republican by 10.5 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+20.3%
40% below US avg
High School+94.1%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density5,332/sq mi
Total Area0.4 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities439
Restaurants369
Retail Stores464

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)24

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.7 min
Work from Home2.4%

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