Saltillo, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Saltillo is a small town in Indiana with a population of 120. Residents earn $41,382 per year, which is 45% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
120 Population 104/sq mi density
$41,382 Median Income $26,948 per capita
$45,600 Home Value
$800 Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$41,382 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$45,600 home value, $800/mo rent
D
Education
1.5 / 5.0
6.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $41,382
45% lower than US avg
Home Value $45,600
84% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 6.5%
81% lower than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.9%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.6%
71% lower than US avg

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

People

Population120
Median Age40.5 yrs
Density104/mi²
Male / Female38% / 62%
Largest GroupWhite 59%
Veterans100.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$41,382
Per Capita$26,948
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.6%
County GDP$1,000M
Commute40 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$45,600
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units107

Health

Obesity42.9%
Uninsured11.7%
Smoking23.7%
Depression26.8%
Heart Disease7.8%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation772 ft (235 m)

Education

D
Bachelor's+6.5%
High School+93.5%
Graduate+1.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
Commute40 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries1

Is Saltillo a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Saltillo receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Saltillo offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Saltillo is $41,382, 45% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Saltillo is $45,600, 84% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Saltillo experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches, including 14.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Saltillo has a population of 120 with a density of 104 people per square mile. The median age is 40.5 years, 4% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (59.2%).

Population

120
Total Population
104
People / sq mi
40.5yrs
Median Age
4% above US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 38.3%
Female 61.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Saltillo vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Saltillo vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Saltillo is $41,382, which is 45% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 40 minutes.

Income: Saltillo vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$41,382
45% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,948
Avg Weekly Wage$846
IRS Avg AGI$57,485

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.6%
71% below US avg
Establishments (County)488
County GDP$1,000M

Business (County)

Restaurants33
Healthcare60
Retail75
Manufacturing30

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,609
25% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.72%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time39.7 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Saltillo is $45,600, 84% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$45,600
84% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% below 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-Occupied94.1%
Housing Units107
Median Year Built1992

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,609
25% below US avg
Effective Rate5.72%
In Saltillo, 42.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 11.7% of residents lack health insurance. 23.7% are current smokers. 26.8% report depression. 30.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.9%
34% above US avg
Diabetes14.0%
Heart Disease7.8%
High Blood Pressure40.2%
Asthma10.8%
COPD10.4%
Cancer7.1%
Stroke3.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking23.7%
69% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity30.4%
Depression26.8%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress16.3%
Short Sleep39.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Uninsured11.7%
36% above US avg
Checkup Rate75.8%
Dental Visits52.1%
Premature Death13,005/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access32.0%
Healthcare Facilities60
Saltillo has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 33°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

33°F Jan (0°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average55.4°F
3% above US avg
January Average33°F (0°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg
Snowfall14.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation772 ft (235 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density104/sq mi
Coordinates38.6652°N, 86.2975°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18175
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 6.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (81% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 54.8-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.6%
D 21.7%

Winner: Republican by 54.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+6.5%
81% below US avg
High School+93.5%
Graduate Degree+1.8%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density104/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities60
Restaurants33
Retail Stores75

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute39.7 min
Drive Alone97.2%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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