Schneider, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Schneider is a small town in Indiana with a population of 207. Residents earn $67,083 per year, which is 11% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
207 Population 241/sq mi density
$67,083 Median Income $25,773 per capita
$154,500 Home Value $179,148 Zillow
$1,063 Median Rent 18.8% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$67,083 median income, 6.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$154,500 home value, $1,063/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $67,083
11% lower than US avg
Home Value $154,500
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,063
9% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 33.9%
6% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.9%
92% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.5%
48% lower than US avg

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

People

Population207
Median Age30.3 yrs
Density241/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 95%
Veterans6.5%

Economy

B+
Median Income$67,083
Per Capita$25,773
Unemployment6.9%
Poverty6.5%
County GDP$31,242M
Commute35 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$154,500
Rent$1,063
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$179,148
Housing Units76
Rent Burden18.8%

Health

Obesity33.9%
Uninsured6.0%
Smoking15.2%
Depression23.8%
Heart Disease5.0%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain39.9 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation631 ft (192 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+91.7%
Graduate+1.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 46% / D 52%
Commute35 min
Broadband79.0%
Libraries26

Is Schneider a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Schneider receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, long commute times. Schneider offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Schneider is $67,083, 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.9% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Schneider is $154,500, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,063 per month. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Schneider experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°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 39.9 inches, including 29.7 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Schneider has a population of 207 with a density of 241 people per square mile. The median age is 30.3 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (95.2%).

Population

207
Total Population
241
People / sq mi
30.3yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.2%
Female 48.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Schneider vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.1%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.9%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Schneider vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Schneider is $67,083, which is 11% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.9% (above the 3.6% US average). 6.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 35 minutes.

Income: Schneider vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$67,083
11% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,773
Avg Weekly Wage$1,177
IRS Avg AGI$69,524

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.9%
92% above US avg
Poverty Rate6.5%
48% below US avg
Establishments (County)11,872
County GDP$31,242M

Business (County)

Restaurants1,110
Healthcare1,376
Retail1,546
Manufacturing366

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,190
20% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.71%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.1 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Schneider is $154,500, 45% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,063 (9% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $179,148.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$154,500
45% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$179,148

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,063
9% below US avg
Rent Burden18.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied78.5%
Housing Units76
Median Year Built1946

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,190
20% above US avg
Effective Rate2.71%
In Schneider, 33.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 6.0% of residents lack health insurance. 15.2% are current smokers. 23.8% report depression. 19.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity33.9%
6% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.0%
High Blood Pressure29.4%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.1%
Cancer7.7%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.2%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking22.6%
Physical Inactivity19.2%
Depression23.8%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.0%
Short Sleep40.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.2%
Uninsured6.0%
30% below US avg
Checkup Rate76.1%
Dental Visits62.8%
Premature Death10,981/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.3/10
Exercise Access92.6%
Healthcare Facilities1,376
Schneider has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 39.9 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

23°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.7°F
8% below US avg
January Average23°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall39.9 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall29.7 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation631 ft (192 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.2 km²)
Population Density241/sq mi
Coordinates41.1920°N, 87.4457°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18089
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 5.6-point margin. 79.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 46.5%
D 52.1%

Winner: Democrat by 5.6 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+91.7%
Graduate Degree+1.0%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density241/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access79.0%
Public Libraries26
Healthcare Facilities1,376
Restaurants1,110
Retail Stores1,546

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)53

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.1 min
Drive Alone81.1%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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