Scipio, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Scipio is a small town in Indiana with a population of 218.

2.8 /5.0
C+ Fair
218 Population 190/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $27,942 per capita
$190,000 Home Value $253,174 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
55°F Avg Temperature
C+
Overall
2.8 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $190,000
33% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.8%
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population218
Median Age30.4 yrs
Density190/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$27,942
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,284M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$190,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$253,174

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.4%
Heart Disease4.2%

Climate

Avg Temp55°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.3 in/yr
Elevation697 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.8%
High School+95.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute22 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries3

Is Scipio a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Scipio receives an overall livability score of 2.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Scipio has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Scipio is $190,000, 33% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership.

Education

22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Scipio experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.3 inches, including 17.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Scipio has a population of 218 with a density of 190 people per square mile. The median age is 30.4 years, 22% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

218
Total Population
190
People / sq mi
30.4yrs
Median Age
22% below US avg
1.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 56%
Female 44%

Race & Ethnicity

Scipio vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Scipio vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Scipio is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Scipio vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$27,942
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$81,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,119
County GDP$9,284M

Business (County)

Restaurants168
Healthcare242
Retail293
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.34%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Scipio is $190,000, 33% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $253,174.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$190,000
33% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$253,174

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.34%
In Scipio, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.4% report depression. 22.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes9.1%
Heart Disease4.2%
High Blood Pressure30.7%
Asthma11.1%
COPD6.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity22.3%
Depression26.4%
Mental Distress18.6%
Physical Distress12.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate74.4%
Premature Death9,281/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities242

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Scipio has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

32°F Jan (-0°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.8°F
1% above US avg
January Average32°F (-0°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.3 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall17.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation697 ft (212 m)
Area1.2 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density190/sq mi
Coordinates39.0743°N, 85.7150°W
County FIPS18005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (32% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.3-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.8%
32% below US avg
High School+95.6%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density190/sq mi
Total Area1.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants168
Retail Stores293

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.6 min
Work from Home0.0%

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