Springport, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Springport is a small town in Indiana with a population of 143. Residents earn $45,469 per year, which is 39% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
143 Population 1,192/sq mi density
$45,469 Median Income $28,029 per capita
$88,800 Home Value $249,486 Zillow
$531 Median Rent 35.8% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$45,469 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$88,800 home value, $531/mo rent
D
Education
1.8 / 5.0
9.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $45,469
39% lower than US avg
Home Value $88,800
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 9.6%
72% lower than US avg
Median Rent $531
54% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 40.7%
27% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 11.8%
5% lower than US avg

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

People

Population143
Median Age56.8 yrs
Density1,192/mi²
Male / Female46% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 80%
Veterans10.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$45,469
Per Capita$28,029
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty11.8%
County GDP$5,403M
Commute46 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$88,800
Rent$531
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$249,486
Rent Burden35.8%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity40.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.3 in/yr
Elevation1,046 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+9.6%
High School+86.4%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute46 min
Broadband59.0%
Libraries5

Is Springport a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Springport receives an overall livability score of 3.5 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 below-average incomes, long commute times, high obesity rates. Springport offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Springport is $45,469, 39% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. 11.8% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Springport is $88,800, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $531 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Springport 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 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Springport has a population of 143 with a density of 1,192 people per square mile. The median age is 56.8 years, 46% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (80.4%), with 14.7% Hispanic.

Population

143
Total Population
1,192
People / sq mi
56.8yrs
Median Age
46% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.5%
Female 54.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Springport vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Springport vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Springport is $45,469, which is 39% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 11.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 46 minutes.

Income: Springport vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$45,469
39% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,029
Avg Weekly Wage$987
IRS Avg AGI$58,728

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate11.8%
5% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,354
County GDP$5,403M

Business (County)

Restaurants220
Healthcare342
Retail387
Manufacturing106

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,457
1% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.89%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time45.8 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

Walkability

The median home value in Springport is $88,800, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $531 (54% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $249,486.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$88,800
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$249,486

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$531
54% below US avg
Rent Burden35.8%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied81.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,457
1% below US avg
Effective Rate3.89%
In Springport, 40.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.0% report depression. 23.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity40.7%
27% above US avg
Diabetes9.4%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure32.4%
Asthma11.9%
COPD6.8%
Stroke2.7%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity23.6%
Depression29.0%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress12.8%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.6%
Checkup Rate77.6%
Premature Death12,615/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.5/10
Exercise Access76.2%
Healthcare Facilities342

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Safety Score

Springport 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 40.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.7°F
1% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.3 inches
6% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,046 ft (319 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density1,192/sq mi
Coordinates40.0472°N, 85.3926°W
County FIPS18035
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 9.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (72% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 15.8-point margin. 59.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57%
D 41.2%

Winner: Republican by 15.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+9.6%
72% below US avg
High School+86.4%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,192/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access59.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities342
Restaurants220
Retail Stores387

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute45.8 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home3.7%

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