Tecumseh, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Tecumseh is a small town in Indiana with a population of 870. Residents earn $92,708 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.8 /5.0
A+ Excellent
870 Population 336/sq mi density
$92,708 Median Income $51,898 per capita
$240,700 Home Value
52°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
4.8 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A
Economy
4.4 / 5.0
$92,708 median income, 1.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$240,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
52.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,708
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $240,700
15% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 52.9%
57% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.1%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.0%
72% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 14.7%
19% higher than US avg

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

People

Population870
Median Age43.5 yrs
Density336/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 85%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

A
Median Income$92,708
Per Capita$51,898
Unemployment1.0%
Poverty14.7%
County GDP$6,571M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$240,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units306

Health

Obesity39.1%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking16.7%
Depression26.6%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F (11°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.4 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation585 ft (178 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+52.9%
High School+96.8%
Graduate+30.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 58% / D 40%
Commute22 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Tecumseh a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tecumseh receives an overall livability score of 4.8 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Tecumseh stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tecumseh is $92,708, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.0%. 14.7% of residents live in poverty, near the national average of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tecumseh is $240,700, 15% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Tecumseh is a highly educated community — 52.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 96.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tecumseh experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 47.4 inches, including 13.0 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tecumseh has a population of 870 with a density of 336 people per square mile. The median age is 43.5 years, 12% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (84.9%).

Population

870
Total Population
336
People / sq mi
43.5yrs
Median Age
12% above US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 52.9%
Female 47.1%

Race & Ethnicity

Tecumseh vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only96.3%
23% above US avg
Spanish3.7%
72% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Tecumseh vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tecumseh is $92,708, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 14.7% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Tecumseh vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,708
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$51,898
Avg Weekly Wage$1,022
IRS Avg AGI$68,303

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.0%
72% below US avg
Poverty Rate14.7%
19% above US avg
Establishments (County)2,526
County GDP$6,571M

Business (County)

Restaurants281
Healthcare393
Retail394
Manufacturing105

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.51%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.7 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tecumseh is $240,700, 15% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$240,700
15% below US avg
Median List Price$324,900

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$324,900
$/Sq Ft$123
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio94.8%
Price Drops75.0%
Inventory4

Rental Costs

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied100.0%
Housing Units306
Median Year Built1982

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$3,631
4% above US avg
Effective Rate1.51%
In Tecumseh, 39.1% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 16.7% are current smokers. 26.6% report depression. 21.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.1%
22% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD7.5%
Cancer7.5%
Stroke2.9%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking16.7%
19% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.3%
Physical Inactivity21.9%
Depression26.6%
Mental Distress18.9%
Physical Distress13.0%
Short Sleep36.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.2%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate77.7%
Dental Visits65.1%
Premature Death10,892/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment5.7/10
Exercise Access79.2%
Healthcare Facilities393
Tecumseh has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.4 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.0°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.4 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall13.0 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation585 ft (178 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.7 km²)
Population Density336/sq mi
Coordinates39.5699°N, 87.4258°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18167
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 52.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (57% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 18.1-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 58.1%
D 40%

Winner: Republican by 18.1 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+52.9%
57% above US avg
High School+96.8%
Graduate Degree+30.7%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density336/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities393
Restaurants281
Retail Stores394

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)20

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.7 min
Drive Alone86.9%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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