Staunton, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Staunton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 319. Residents earn $61,250 per year, which is 18% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
319 Population 967/sq mi density
$61,250 Median Income $25,587 per capita
$96,400 Home Value $125,296 Zillow
$879 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Economy
3.4 / 5.0
$61,250 median income, 2.1% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$96,400 home value, $879/mo rent
D
Education
1.7 / 5.0
8.5% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $61,250
18% lower than US avg
Home Value $96,400
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 8.5%
75% lower than US avg
Median Rent $879
24% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.3%
32% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.1%
42% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 21.9%
77% higher than US avg

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

People

Population319
Median Age33.5 yrs
Density967/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans8.0%

Economy

B
Median Income$61,250
Per Capita$25,587
Unemployment2.1%
Poverty21.9%
County GDP$1,042M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$96,400
Rent$879
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$125,296
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.3%
Heart Disease6.2%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain41.8 in/yr
Elevation649 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+8.5%
High School+93.9%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 21%
Commute23 min
Broadband75.2%
Libraries1

Is Staunton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Staunton receives an overall livability score of 3.4 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 an elevated poverty rate, high obesity rates. Staunton offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Staunton is $61,250, 18% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.1%. The poverty rate of 21.9% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Staunton is $96,400, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $879 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 1.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 93.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Staunton 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 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Staunton has a population of 319 with a density of 967 people per square mile. The median age is 33.5 years, 14% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (99.4%).

Population

319
Total Population
967
People / sq mi
33.5yrs
Median Age
14% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.6%
Female 46.4%

Race & Ethnicity

Staunton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Staunton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Staunton is $61,250, which is 18% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.1% (below the 3.6% US average). 21.9% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Staunton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$61,250
18% below US avg
Per Capita Income$25,587
Avg Weekly Wage$881
IRS Avg AGI$62,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.1%
42% below US avg
Poverty Rate21.9%
77% above US avg
Establishments (County)529
County GDP$1,042M

Business (County)

Restaurants49
Healthcare57
Retail83
Manufacturing26

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,477
58% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.53%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.3 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Staunton is $96,400, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $879 (24% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $125,296.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$96,400
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$125,296

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$91
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio116.0%
Price Drops0.0%

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$879
24% below US avg
Rent Burden51.0%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied76.8%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,477
58% below US avg
Effective Rate1.53%
In Staunton, 42.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.3% report depression. 24.3% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.3%
32% above US avg
Diabetes11.3%
Heart Disease6.2%
High Blood Pressure35.7%
Asthma11.3%
COPD7.4%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.7%
Physical Inactivity24.3%
Depression27.3%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate97.7%
Checkup Rate78.3%
Premature Death9,097/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.8/10
Exercise Access53.0%
Healthcare Facilities57

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Staunton 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 41.8 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average53.8°F
0% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall41.8 inches
10% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation649 ft (198 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density967/sq mi
Coordinates39.4865°N, 87.1889°W
County FIPS18021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 8.5% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (75% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 56.9-point margin. 75.2% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.6%
D 20.7%

Winner: Republican by 56.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+8.5%
75% below US avg
High School+93.9%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (1.7/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density967/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access75.2%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities57
Restaurants49
Retail Stores83

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.3 min
Drive Alone94.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home1.5%

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