South Milford, IN

Indiana

South Milford is a small town in Indiana with a population of 243. Residents earn $114,968 per year, which is 53% above the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
243 Population 357/sq mi density
$114,968 Median Income $56,656 per capita
$183,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
49°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
5.0 / 5.0
$114,968 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$183,100 home value
C
Education
2.4 / 5.0
18.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $114,968
53% higher than US avg
Home Value $183,100
35% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 18.1%
46% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population243
Median Age47.0 yrs
Density357/mi²
Male / Female25% / 75%
Largest GroupWhite 84%

Economy

A+
Median Income$114,968
Per Capita$56,656
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$2,473M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$183,100
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp49°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.5 in/yr
Elevation995 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+18.1%
High School+95.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute27 min
Broadband88.0%
Libraries4

Is South Milford a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, South Milford receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. South Milford stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in South Milford is $114,968, which is significantly higher than the national average — 53% above $75,149. This places South Milford among higher-income communities. 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 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in South Milford is $183,100, 35% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 95.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

South Milford experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 49°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

South Milford has a population of 243 with a density of 357 people per square mile. The median age is 47.0 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.4%).

Population

243
Total Population
357
People / sq mi
47.0yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 25.1%
Female 74.9%

Race & Ethnicity

South Milford vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

South Milford vs U.S. Average

The median household income in South Milford is $114,968, which is 53% above the national average of $75,149. 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 27 minutes.

Income: South Milford vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$114,968
53% above US avg
Per Capita Income$56,656
Avg Weekly Wage$1,025
IRS Avg AGI$73,522

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,037
County GDP$2,473M

Business (County)

Restaurants60
Healthcare53
Retail148
Manufacturing195

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,763
21% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in South Milford is $183,100, 35% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$183,100
35% below US avg

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)$2,763
21% below US avg
Effective Rate1.51%

Health Metrics: South Milford vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death6,290/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.0/10
Exercise Access30.5%
Healthcare Facilities53

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

South Milford has an average annual temperature of 49°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.3°F
9% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.5 inches
1% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation995 ft (303 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density357/sq mi
Coordinates41.5320°N, 85.2663°W
County FIPS18087
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 18.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (46% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.8-point margin. 88.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.8%

Winner: Republican by 56.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+18.1%
46% below US avg
High School+95.8%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density357/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities53
Restaurants60
Retail Stores148

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.7 min
Work from Home0.0%

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