Town of Pines, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Town of Pines is a small town in Indiana with a population of 524. Residents earn $51,944 per year, which is 31% below the national average.

3.7 /5.0
B+ Good
524 Population 232/sq mi density
$51,944 Median Income $36,612 per capita
$139,000 Home Value
$875 Median Rent
50°F Avg Temperature
B+
Overall
3.7 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$51,944 median income, 2.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$139,000 home value, $875/mo rent
C
Education
2.3 / 5.0
16.2% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $51,944
31% lower than US avg
Home Value $139,000
51% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 16.2%
52% lower than US avg
Median Rent $875
25% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.0%
18% higher than US avg
Unemployment 2.4%
33% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

How Town of Pines Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population524
Median Age54.4 yrs
Density232/mi²
Male / Female49% / 51%
Largest GroupWhite 97%

Economy

B+
Median Income$51,944
Per Capita$36,612
Unemployment2.4%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$9,718M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$139,000
Rent$875
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.0%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.6 in/yr
Elevation613 ft

Education

C
Bachelor's+16.2%
High School+90.8%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 53% / D 45%
Commute25 min
Libraries14

Is Town of Pines a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Town of Pines receives an overall livability score of 3.7 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 below-average incomes. Town of Pines offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Town of Pines is $51,944, 31% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 2.4%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Town of Pines is $139,000, 51% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $875 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.8% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Town of Pines experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.6 inches, including 65.2 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Town of Pines has a population of 524 with a density of 232 people per square mile. The median age is 54.4 years, 40% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.9%), with 1.7% Hispanic.

Population

524
Total Population
232
People / sq mi
54.4yrs
Median Age
40% above US avg
2.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 49.2%
Female 50.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Town of Pines vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only95.9%
22% above US avg
Spanish4.1%
69% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Town of Pines vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Town of Pines is $51,944, which is 31% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 2.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Town of Pines vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$51,944
31% below US avg
Per Capita Income$36,612
Avg Weekly Wage$1,096
IRS Avg AGI$80,573

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment2.4%
33% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,096
County GDP$9,718M

Business (County)

Restaurants391
Healthcare432
Retail544
Manufacturing268

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate5.08%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.9 min
Work from Home2.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Town of Pines is $139,000, 51% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $875 (25% below US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$139,000
51% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$875
25% 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-Occupied82.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,061
102% above US avg
Effective Rate5.08%
In Town of Pines, 38.0% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 21.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Town of Pines vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.0%
18% above US avg
Diabetes9.3%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure33.1%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.0%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.5%
Physical Inactivity21.4%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress17.5%
Physical Distress11.9%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.7%
Checkup Rate77.5%
Premature Death9,398/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.2/10
Exercise Access79.6%
Healthcare Facilities432

Crime Rates: Town of Pines vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Safety Score

Town of Pines has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 24°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

24°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.0°F
7% below US avg
January Average24°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.6 inches
12% above US avg
Snowfall65.2 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation613 ft (187 m)
Area2.3 sq mi (5.9 km²)
Population Density232/sq mi
Coordinates41.6882°N, 86.9518°W
County FIPS26021
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 16.2% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (52% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 7.9-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 53.2%
D 45.4%

Winner: Republican by 7.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+16.2%
52% below US avg
High School+90.8%
School Test Score6.01
C Education Grade (2.3/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density232/sq mi
Total Area2.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries14
Healthcare Facilities432
Restaurants391
Retail Stores544

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)13

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.9 min
Work from Home2.8%

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