Spiceland, IN

Indiana

Spiceland is a small town in Indiana with a population of 896. Residents earn $63,676 per year, which is 15% below the national average.

3.6 /5.0
B+ Good
896 Population 614/sq mi density
$63,676 Median Income $27,003 per capita
$107,700 Home Value $201,587 Zillow
$778 Median Rent 36.4% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.6 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.8 / 5.0
$63,676 median income, 1.9% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$107,700 home value, $778/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.1% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $63,676
15% lower than US avg
Home Value $107,700
62% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.1%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $778
33% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.9%
47% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 15.2%
23% higher than US avg

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

People

Population896
Median Age32.6 yrs
Density614/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans7.8%

Economy

B+
Median Income$63,676
Per Capita$27,003
Unemployment1.9%
Poverty15.2%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute28 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$107,700
Rent$778
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$201,587
Rent Burden36.4%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.1%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,067 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.1%
High School+96.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute28 min
Broadband88.7%
EV Stations2
Libraries5

Is Spiceland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Spiceland receives an overall livability score of 3.6 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Spiceland offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Spiceland is $63,676, 15% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.9%. The poverty rate of 15.2% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Spiceland is $107,700, 62% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $778 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.7x 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%. 96.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Spiceland experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Spiceland has a population of 896 with a density of 614 people per square mile. The median age is 32.6 years, 16% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.1%).

Population

896
Total Population
614
People / sq mi
32.6yrs
Median Age
16% below US avg
1.5mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Spiceland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only99.5%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.5%
96% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Spiceland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Spiceland is $63,676, which is 15% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.9% (below the 3.6% US average). 15.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 28 minutes.

Income: Spiceland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$63,676
15% below US avg
Per Capita Income$27,003
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$58,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.9%
47% below US avg
Poverty Rate15.2%
23% above US avg
Establishments (County)893
County GDP$2,018M

Business (County)

Restaurants80
Healthcare95
Retail138
Manufacturing51

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.70%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time27.5 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Spiceland is $107,700, 62% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $778 (33% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $201,587.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$107,700
62% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$201,587

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$778
33% below US avg
Rent Burden36.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied74.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.70%
In Spiceland, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.1% report depression. 24.7% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.0%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD7.0%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.6%
Physical Inactivity24.7%
Depression28.1%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.3%
Checkup Rate77.2%
Premature Death10,369/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access77.6%
Healthcare Facilities95

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Spiceland has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,067 ft (325 m)
Area1.5 sq mi (3.8 km²)
Population Density614/sq mi
Coordinates39.8431°N, 85.4261°W
County FIPS18065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 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 47.7-point margin. 88.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.1%
64% below US avg
High School+96.1%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density614/sq mi
Total Area1.5 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access88.7%
EV Charging Stations2
Alt Fuel Stations3
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants80
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute27.5 min
Drive Alone83.3%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.0%

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