Star City, IN

Indiana

Star City is a small town in Indiana with a population of 211. Residents earn $40,536 per year, which is 46% below the national average.

2.2 /5.0
C Fair
211 Population 306/sq mi density
$40,536 Median Income $29,688 per capita
N/A Home Value $158,589 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
C
Overall
2.2 / 5.0
Fair overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.1 / 5.0
$40,536 median income, 6.8% unemployment
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
4.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $40,536
46% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.5%
87% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 37.1%
16% higher than US avg
Unemployment 6.8%
89% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population211
Median Age58.2 yrs
Density306/mi²
Male / Female24% / 76%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

B
Median Income$40,536
Per Capita$29,688
Unemployment6.8%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,960M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$158,589

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity37.1%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.4%
Heart Disease5.5%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain38.9 in/yr
Elevation715 ft

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.5%
High School+89.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 72% / D 26%
CommuteN/A
Libraries4

Is Star City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Star City receives an overall livability score of 2.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of C. Key strengths include a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, below-average incomes. Star City has some notable strengths but also faces challenges that prospective residents should consider.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Star City is $40,536, 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate of 6.8% is somewhat elevated compared to the national rate of 3.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Star City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 38.9 inches, including 26.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Star City has a population of 211 with a density of 306 people per square mile. The median age is 58.2 years, 50% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

211
Total Population
306
People / sq mi
58.2yrs
Median Age
50% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 24.2%
Female 75.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Star City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.0%
24% above US avg
Spanish3.0%
78% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Star City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Star City is $40,536, which is 46% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 6.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Star City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$40,536
46% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,688
Avg Weekly Wage$932
IRS Avg AGI$55,023

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment6.8%
89% above US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)738
County GDP$1,960M

Business (County)

Restaurants74
Healthcare65
Retail108
Manufacturing46

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,606
26% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $158,589.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$158,589

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-Occupied56.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,606
26% below US avg
In Star City, 37.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.4% report depression. 25.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Star City vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity37.1%
16% above US avg
Diabetes10.2%
Heart Disease5.5%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.6%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity25.3%
Depression27.4%
Mental Distress19.9%
Physical Distress13.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Checkup Rate76.8%
Premature Death9,871/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access79.3%
Healthcare Facilities65

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Safety Score

Star City has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 38.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-5°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average24°F (-5°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall38.9 inches
2% above US avg
Snowfall26.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation715 ft (218 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density306/sq mi
Coordinates40.9725°N, 86.5542°W
County FIPS18017
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (87% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 46.2-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 72.4%
D 26.2%

Winner: Republican by 46.2 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.5%
87% below US avg
High School+89.3%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density306/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities65
Restaurants74
Retail Stores108

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)9

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home0.0%

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