Seelyville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Seelyville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,052. Residents earn $52,031 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
1,052 Population 1,182/sq mi density
$52,031 Median Income $28,853 per capita
$139,100 Home Value $148,635 Zillow
$790 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.5 / 5.0
$52,031 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,100 home value, $790/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $52,031
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,100
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $790
32% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.0%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.3%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population1,052
Median Age36.2 yrs
Density1,182/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 96%

Economy

B+
Median Income$52,031
Per Capita$28,853
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty15.3%
County GDP$6,571M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,100
Rent$790
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$148,635

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.9%
Heart Disease6.7%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation586 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+85.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute25 min
Libraries2

Is Seelyville a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Seelyville is $52,031, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. The poverty rate of 15.3% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Seelyville is $139,100, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $790 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Seelyville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Seelyville has a population of 1,052 with a density of 1,182 people per square mile. The median age is 36.2 years, 7% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96%), with 1.1% Hispanic.

Population

1,052
Total Population
1,182
People / sq mi
36.2yrs
Median Age
7% below US avg
0.9mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.8%
Female 47.2%

Race & Ethnicity

Seelyville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.4%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.6%
66% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Seelyville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Seelyville is $52,031, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Seelyville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$52,031
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,853
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$68,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.3%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,526
County GDP$6,571M

Business (County)

Restaurants281
Healthcare393
Retail394
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.61%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time25.0 min
Work from Home10.9%

Walkability

The median home value in Seelyville is $139,100, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $790 (32% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $148,635.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,100
51% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$148,635
Median List Price$109,950

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$109,950
$/Sq Ft$156
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops25.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$790
32% 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-Occupied68.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Rate2.61%
In Seelyville, 42.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.9% report depression. 24.4% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.0%
31% above US avg
Diabetes12.3%
Heart Disease6.7%
High Blood Pressure35.3%
Asthma11.7%
COPD8.8%
Stroke3.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.6%
Physical Inactivity24.4%
Depression27.9%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress14.6%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate86.4%
Checkup Rate77.9%
Premature Death10,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities393

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Safety Score

Seelyville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation586 ft (179 m)
Area0.9 sq mi (2.3 km²)
Population Density1,182/sq mi
Coordinates39.4934°N, 87.2669°W
County FIPS18167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 12.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,182/sq mi
Total Area0.9 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities393
Restaurants281
Retail Stores394

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute25.0 min
Work from Home10.9%

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