Taylorsville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Taylorsville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 978. Residents earn $48,640 per year, which is 35% below the national average.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
978 Population 923/sq mi density
$48,640 Median Income $28,775 per capita
$179,400 Home Value $197,059 Zillow
$1,133 Median Rent 51.0% income on rent
54°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
D
Economy
1.6 / 5.0
$48,640 median income, 15.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
4.6 / 5.0
$179,400 home value, $1,133/mo rent
C+
Education
2.8 / 5.0
22.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $48,640
35% lower than US avg
Home Value $179,400
36% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 22.6%
33% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,133
3% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 43.8%
36% higher than US avg
Unemployment 15.0%
317% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 32.5%
162% higher than US avg

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

People

Population978
Median Age34.0 yrs
Density923/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 62%
Veterans17.3%

Economy

D
Median Income$48,640
Per Capita$28,775
Unemployment15.0%
Poverty32.5%
County GDP$9,284M
Commute17 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$179,400
Rent$1,133
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$197,059
Rent Burden51.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity43.8%
UninsuredN/A
Depression29.2%
Heart Disease6.8%

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation653 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+22.6%
High School+86.1%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
Commute17 min
Broadband94.5%
Libraries3

Is Taylorsville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Taylorsville receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include above-average unemployment, an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Taylorsville offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Taylorsville is $48,640, 35% below the national average of $75,149. At 15.0%, unemployment is notably high. The poverty rate of 32.5% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes, shorter than most U.S. cities.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Taylorsville is $179,400, 36% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,133 per month. A price-to-income ratio of 3.7x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.

Education

22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 86.1% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Taylorsville experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Taylorsville has a population of 978 with a density of 923 people per square mile. The median age is 34.0 years, 13% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (62%), with 5% Hispanic.

Population

978
Total Population
923
People / sq mi
34.0yrs
Median Age
13% below US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.1%
Female 46.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Taylorsville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.2%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.8%
87% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Taylorsville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Taylorsville is $48,640, which is 35% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 15.0% (above the 3.6% US average). 32.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 17 minutes.

Income: Taylorsville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$48,640
35% below US avg
Per Capita Income$28,775
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$81,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment15.0%
317% above US avg
Poverty Rate32.5%
162% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,119
County GDP$9,284M

Business (County)

Restaurants168
Healthcare242
Retail293
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.48%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time16.9 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.5%

Walkability

The median home value in Taylorsville is $179,400, 36% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,133 (3% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $197,059.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$179,400
36% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$197,059

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

$/Sq Ft$240
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio91.4%
Price Drops0.0%
Inventory1

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,133
3% 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-Occupied65.9%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.48%
In Taylorsville, 43.8% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 29.2% report depression. 29.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity43.8%
36% above US avg
Diabetes12.9%
Heart Disease6.8%
High Blood Pressure37.2%
Asthma12.0%
COPD9.7%
Stroke3.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking16.7%
Physical Inactivity29.0%
Depression29.2%
Mental Distress21.5%
Physical Distress15.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate92.7%
Checkup Rate78.6%
Premature Death9,281/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities242

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Taylorsville has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation653 ft (199 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (2.7 km²)
Population Density923/sq mi
Coordinates39.2965°N, 85.9503°W
County FIPS18005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 22.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (33% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.3-point margin. 94.5% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+22.6%
33% below US avg
High School+86.1%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.8/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density923/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access94.5%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants168
Retail Stores293

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute16.9 min
Drive Alone64.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home24.5%

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