Straughn, IN

Indiana

Straughn is a small town in Indiana with a population of 210. Residents earn $75,000 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

3.9 /5.0
B+ Good
210 Population 1,500/sq mi density
$75,000 Median Income $29,083 per capita
$95,000 Home Value $171,031 Zillow
$1,682 Median Rent 22.5% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.9 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$75,000 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$95,000 home value, $1,682/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
15.8% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,000
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $95,000
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 15.8%
53% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,682
45% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 41.7%
30% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.3%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population210
Median Age47.1 yrs
Density1,500/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 89%

Economy

A+
Median Income$75,000
Per Capita$29,083
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.3%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute23 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$95,000
Rent$1,682
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$171,031
Rent Burden22.5%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity41.7%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.1%
Heart Disease5.6%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Elevation1,079 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+15.8%
High School+89.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute23 min
Broadband80.0%
Libraries5

Is Straughn a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Straughn receives an overall livability score of 3.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B+. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Straughn offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Straughn is $75,000, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Straughn is $95,000, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,682 per month, significantly above the national average of $1,163. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 89.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Straughn experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Straughn has a population of 210 with a density of 1,500 people per square mile. The median age is 47.1 years, 21% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (89%), with 5.7% Hispanic.

Population

210
Total Population
1,500
People / sq mi
47.1yrs
Median Age
21% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.4%
Female 48.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Straughn vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only97.6%
24% above US avg
Spanish2.4%
82% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Straughn vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Straughn is $75,000, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.3% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 23 minutes.

Income: Straughn vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,000
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,083
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$58,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.3%
73% below 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 Rate3.06%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time23.1 min
Work from Home12.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Straughn is $95,000, 66% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,682 (45% above US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $171,031.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$95,000
66% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$171,031

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,682
45% above US avg
Rent Burden22.5%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied80.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.06%
In Straughn, 41.7% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.1% report depression. 24.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity41.7%
30% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.6%
High Blood Pressure33.5%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.1%
Stroke2.8%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.0%
Physical Inactivity24.9%
Depression29.1%
Mental Distress19.7%
Physical Distress13.1%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate88.8%
Checkup Rate77.7%
Premature Death10,369/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

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

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average49.8°F
8% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.4 km²)
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Coordinates39.8084°N, 85.2908°W
County FIPS18065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 15.8% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (53% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin. 80.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+15.8%
53% below US avg
High School+89.7%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,500/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access80.0%
Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants80
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute23.1 min
Work from Home12.2%

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