Sulphur Springs, IN

Indiana

Sulphur Springs is a small town in Indiana with a population of 466. Residents earn $53,750 per year, which is 28% below the national average.

4.3 /5.0
A Great
466 Population 666/sq mi density
$53,750 Median Income $26,682 per capita
$133,700 Home Value $168,048 Zillow
$983 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.3 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.7 / 5.0
$53,750 median income, 3.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$133,700 home value, $983/mo rent
A
Education
4.2 / 5.0
39.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $53,750
28% lower than US avg
Home Value $133,700
53% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 39.4%
17% higher than US avg
Median Rent $983
15% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 42.2%
31% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.4%
6% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 7.8%
37% lower than US avg

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

People

Population466
Median Age43.4 yrs
Density666/mi²
Male / Female51% / 49%
Largest GroupWhite 99%

Economy

B+
Median Income$53,750
Per Capita$26,682
Unemployment3.4%
Poverty7.8%
County GDP$2,018M
Commute27 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$133,700
Rent$983
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$168,048

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity42.2%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.9%
Heart Disease5.9%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain44.4 in/yr
Elevation1,069 ft

Education

A
Bachelor's+39.4%
High School+94.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 73% / D 25%
Commute27 min
Libraries5

Is Sulphur Springs a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Sulphur Springs receives an overall livability score of 4.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Sulphur Springs stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Sulphur Springs is $53,750, 28% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.4%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Sulphur Springs is $133,700, 53% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $983 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.5x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 39.4% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 94.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Sulphur Springs experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 44.4 inches, including 24.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Sulphur Springs has a population of 466 with a density of 666 people per square mile. The median age is 43.4 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.1% Black.

Population

466
Total Population
666
People / sq mi
43.4yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
0.7mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 51.3%
Female 48.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Sulphur Springs vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Sulphur Springs vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Sulphur Springs is $53,750, which is 28% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 7.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 27 minutes.

Income: Sulphur Springs vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$53,750
28% below US avg
Per Capita Income$26,682
Avg Weekly Wage$926
IRS Avg AGI$58,262

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.4%
6% below US avg
Poverty Rate7.8%
37% 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 Rate2.18%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time26.5 min
Work from Home6.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Sulphur Springs is $133,700, 53% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $983 (15% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $168,048.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$133,700
53% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$168,048

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$983
15% below US avg

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied90.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,909
17% below US avg
Effective Rate2.18%
In Sulphur Springs, 42.2% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.9% report depression. 26.7% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Sulphur Springs vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity42.2%
31% above US avg
Diabetes10.4%
Heart Disease5.9%
High Blood Pressure34.3%
Asthma11.8%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity26.7%
Depression28.9%
Mental Distress20.0%
Physical Distress13.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate98.5%
Checkup Rate76.9%
Premature Death10,369/100K

Food & Exercise

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

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Sulphur Springs has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 44.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.4°F
7% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall44.4 inches
17% above US avg
Snowfall24.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,069 ft (326 m)
Area0.7 sq mi (1.8 km²)
Population Density666/sq mi
Coordinates39.9966°N, 85.4399°W
County FIPS18065
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 39.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (17% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 47.7-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 73%
D 25.3%

Winner: Republican by 47.7 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+39.4%
17% above US avg
High School+94.5%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.2/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density666/sq mi
Total Area0.7 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries5
Healthcare Facilities95
Restaurants80
Retail Stores138

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute26.5 min
Work from Home6.4%

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