Smithville-Sanders, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Smithville-Sanders is a small town in Indiana with a population of 3,228. Residents earn $72,331 per year, which is 4% below the national average.

4.5 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,228 Population 301/sq mi density
$72,331 Median Income $50,599 per capita
$256,900 Home Value
$993 Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.5 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.2 / 5.0
$72,331 median income, 3.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.7 / 5.0
$256,900 home value, $993/mo rent
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $72,331
4% lower than US avg
Home Value $256,900
9% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.4%
35% higher than US avg
Median Rent $993
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 32.6%
2% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.5%
3% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 2.2%
82% lower than US avg

How Smithville-Sanders Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population3,228
Median Age38.6 yrs
Density301/mi²
Male / Female50% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

A
Median Income$72,331
Per Capita$50,599
Unemployment3.5%
Poverty2.2%
County GDP$9,347M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$256,900
Rent$993
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity32.6%
UninsuredN/A
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease4.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.9 in/yr
Elevation714 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.4%
High School+92.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 36% / D 63%
Commute23 min
Libraries3

Is Smithville-Sanders a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Smithville-Sanders receives an overall livability score of 4.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Smithville-Sanders stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Smithville-Sanders is $72,331, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.5%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Smithville-Sanders is $256,900, roughly aligned with the national median of $281,900. Renters pay a median of $993 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.6x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 92.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Smithville-Sanders experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Smithville-Sanders has a population of 3,228 with a density of 301 people per square mile. The median age is 38.6 years, 1% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.4% Black.

Population

3,228
Total Population
301
People / sq mi
38.6yrs
Median Age
1% below US avg
10.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.5%
Female 50.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Smithville-Sanders vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Smithville-Sanders vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Smithville-Sanders is $72,331, which is 4% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 2.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Smithville-Sanders vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$72,331
4% below US avg
Per Capita Income$50,599
Avg Weekly Wage$1,132
IRS Avg AGI$77,896

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.5%
3% below US avg
Poverty Rate2.2%
82% below US avg
Establishments (County)3,439
County GDP$9,347M

Business (County)

Restaurants393
Healthcare422
Retail390
Manufacturing94

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,867
39% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.9 min
Work from Home9.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Smithville-Sanders is $256,900, 9% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $993 (15% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$256,900
9% below US avg
Median List Price$229,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$229,000
$/Sq Ft$220
Homes Sold4
Sale-to-List Ratio98.1%
Price Drops17.1%
Inventory35

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$993
15% 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-Occupied81.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,867
39% above US avg
Effective Rate1.89%
In Smithville-Sanders, 32.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 26.6% report depression. 17.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Smithville-Sanders vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity32.6%
2% above US avg
Diabetes8.6%
Heart Disease4.8%
High Blood Pressure29.1%
Asthma10.9%
COPD5.5%
Stroke2.4%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.9%
Physical Inactivity17.7%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress17.4%
Physical Distress11.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.6%
Checkup Rate78.4%
Premature Death8,008/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access87.2%
Healthcare Facilities422

Crime Rates: Smithville-Sanders vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Smithville-Sanders has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.9 inches
23% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation714 ft (218 m)
Area10.7 sq mi (27.8 km²)
Population Density301/sq mi
Coordinates39.0597°N, 86.5108°W
County FIPS18105
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 45.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (35% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Democrat by a 27.4-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 35.5%
D 63%

Winner: Democrat by 27.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.4%
35% above US avg
High School+92.5%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density301/sq mi
Total Area10.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities422
Restaurants393
Retail Stores390

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.9 min
Work from Home9.0%

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