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State Line City, IN

Indiana

State Line City is a small town in Indiana with a population of 98. Residents earn $62,500 per year, which is 17% below the national average.

3.5 /5.0
B+ Good
98 Population 700/sq mi density
$62,500 Median Income $28,567 per capita
$77,800 Home Value
$867 Median Rent 15.0% income on rent
53°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B+
Overall
3.5 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.1 / 5.0
$62,500 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,800 home value, $867/mo rent
F
Education
1.3 / 5.0
4.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $62,500
17% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,800
72% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 4.2%
88% lower than US avg
Median Rent $867
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.6%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.1%
43% lower than US avg

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

People

Population98
Median Age54.5 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 90%
Veterans77.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$62,500
Per Capita$28,567
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty7.1%
County GDP$4,180M
Commute19 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,800
Rent$867
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units76
Rent Burden15.0%

Health

Obesity41.6%
Uninsured7.7%
Smoking18.2%
Depression28.5%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp53°F (12°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain43.2 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation720 ft (219 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+4.2%
High School+93.0%
Graduate+4.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 67% / D 31%
Commute19 min
Broadband44.0%
Libraries10

Is State Line City a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, State Line City receives an overall livability score of 3.5 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. State Line City offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in State Line City is $62,500, 17% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in State Line City is $77,800, 72% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $867 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

State Line City experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 53°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

State Line City has a population of 98 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 54.5 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89.8%), with 2% Hispanic, 8.2% Black.

Population

98
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
54.5yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49%
Female 51%

Race & Ethnicity

State Line City vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

State Line City vs U.S. Average

The median household income in State Line City is $62,500, which is 17% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 19 minutes.

Income: State Line City vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$62,500
17% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,567
Avg Weekly Wage$1,050
IRS Avg AGI$57,745

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.1%
43% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,313
County GDP$4,180M

Business (County)

Restaurants146
Healthcare150
Retail212
Manufacturing72

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Cost of Living93.30 (100=avg)
Effective Tax Rate6.31%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time19.1 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in State Line City is $77,800, 72% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $867 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,800
72% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$867
25% below US avg
Rent Burden15.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied86.4%
Housing Units76
Median Year Built1963

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,912
40% above US avg
Effective Rate6.31%
In State Line City, 41.6% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.7% of residents lack health insurance. 18.2% are current smokers. 28.5% report depression. 24.6% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.6%
30% above US avg
Diabetes10.9%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.7%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.8%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking18.2%
30% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity24.6%
Depression28.5%
Mental Distress20.4%
Physical Distress13.9%
Short Sleep40.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate95.7%
Uninsured7.7%
10% below US avg
Primary Care1:2,811
Dentists1:2,679
Mental Health1:245
Checkup Rate77.4%
Dental Visits60.2%
Premature Death12,430/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.5/10
Exercise Access68.4%
Healthcare Facilities150
State Line City has an average annual temperature of 53°F (12°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.2 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 75°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.1°F
2% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average75°F (24°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.2 inches
14% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation720 ft (219 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates40.1973°N, 87.5271°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS17183
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 4.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (88% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 35.7-point margin. 44.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 67%
D 31.4%

Winner: Republican by 35.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+4.2%
88% below US avg
High School+93.0%
Graduate Degree+4.6%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access44.0%
Public Libraries10
Healthcare Facilities150
Restaurants146
Retail Stores212

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)15

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute19.1 min
Drive Alone94.4%
Public Transit1.9%
Work from Home0.0%

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