Tennyson, IN

Indiana

Tennyson is a small town in Indiana with a population of 161. Residents earn $42,500 per year, which is 43% below the national average.

3.3 /5.0
B Good
161 Population 700/sq mi density
$42,500 Median Income $22,463 per capita
$90,000 Home Value $244,274 Zillow
$833 Median Rent 23.3% income on rent
57°F Avg Temperature
B
Overall
3.3 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
C+
Economy
2.8 / 5.0
$42,500 median income, 4.8% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$90,000 home value, $833/mo rent
D
Education
2.0 / 5.0
12.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $42,500
43% lower than US avg
Home Value $90,000
68% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 12.2%
64% lower than US avg
Median Rent $833
28% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 34.5%
7% higher than US avg
Unemployment 4.8%
33% higher than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population161
Median Age37.3 yrs
Density700/mi²
Male / Female50% / 50%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans6.3%

Economy

C+
Median Income$42,500
Per Capita$22,463
Unemployment4.8%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$1,298M
Commute31 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$90,000
Rent$833
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$244,274
Rent Burden23.3%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity34.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.0%
Heart Disease5.4%

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain51.2 in/yr
Elevation402 ft

Education

D
Bachelor's+12.2%
High School+79.6%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute31 min
Broadband68.0%
Libraries6

Is Tennyson a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tennyson receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate, below-average incomes. Tennyson offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tennyson is $42,500, 43% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 4.8%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tennyson is $90,000, 68% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $833 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.1x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 79.6% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tennyson enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 51.2 inches, including 11.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tennyson has a population of 161 with a density of 700 people per square mile. The median age is 37.3 years, 4% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.8%).

Population

161
Total Population
700
People / sq mi
37.3yrs
Median Age
4% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.7%
Female 50.3%

Race & Ethnicity

Tennyson vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tennyson vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tennyson is $42,500, which is 43% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 4.8% (above the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 31 minutes.

Income: Tennyson vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$42,500
43% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,463
Avg Weekly Wage$931
IRS Avg AGI$68,941

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment4.8%
33% above US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)502
County GDP$1,298M

Business (County)

Restaurants34
Healthcare31
Retail70
Manufacturing20

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,644
24% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.94%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time31.0 min
Drive Alone93.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tennyson is $90,000, 68% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $833 (28% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $244,274.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$90,000
68% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$244,274

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$833
28% below US avg
Rent Burden23.3%

HUD Fair Market Rent

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

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied85.3%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,644
24% below US avg
Effective Rate2.94%
In Tennyson, 34.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.0% report depression. 21.2% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity34.5%
7% above US avg
Diabetes9.7%
Heart Disease5.4%
High Blood Pressure30.8%
Asthma11.4%
COPD6.3%
Stroke2.6%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.1%
Physical Inactivity21.2%
Depression28.0%
Mental Distress18.8%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.5%
Checkup Rate78.8%
Premature Death9,001/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.8/10
Exercise Access48.7%
Healthcare Facilities31

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Safety Score

Tennyson has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 78°F in July. Annual precipitation is 51.2 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 78°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.3°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average78°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall51.2 inches
35% above US avg
Snowfall11.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation402 ft (123 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density700/sq mi
Coordinates38.0817°N, 87.1188°W
County FIPS18147
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 12.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (64% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.3-point margin. 68.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70.6%
D 27.4%

Winner: Republican by 43.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+12.2%
64% below US avg
High School+79.6%
School Test Score6.01
D Education Grade (2.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density700/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access68.0%
Public Libraries6
Healthcare Facilities31
Restaurants34
Retail Stores70

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)4

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute31.0 min
Drive Alone93.4%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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