Trafalgar, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Trafalgar is a small town in Indiana with a population of 1,433. Residents earn $83,214 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
1,433 Population 560/sq mi density
$83,214 Median Income $36,744 per capita
$216,400 Home Value $360,137 Zillow
$1,000 Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$83,214 median income, 3.3% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$216,400 home value, $1,000/mo rent
C+
Education
3.0 / 5.0
24.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,214
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $216,400
23% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.4%
28% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,000
14% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.5%
20% higher than US avg
Unemployment 3.3%
8% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.2%
74% lower than US avg

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

People

Population1,433
Median Age37.7 yrs
Density560/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 98%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,214
Per Capita$36,744
Unemployment3.3%
Poverty3.2%
County GDP$8,253M
Commute36 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$216,400
Rent$1,000
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$360,137

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression27.0%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain45.4 in/yr
Elevation842 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.4%
High School+92.7%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 66% / D 32%
Commute36 min
Libraries7

Is Trafalgar a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Trafalgar receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Trafalgar stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Trafalgar is $83,214, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. Unemployment stands at 3.3%, indicating a healthy job market. Only 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Trafalgar is $216,400, 23% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,000 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.6x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 92.7% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Trafalgar experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 27°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 45.4 inches, including 16.9 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Trafalgar has a population of 1,433 with a density of 560 people per square mile. The median age is 37.7 years, 3% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.9%).

Population

1,433
Total Population
560
People / sq mi
37.7yrs
Median Age
3% below US avg
2.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.1%
Female 42.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Trafalgar vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only98.4%
25% above US avg
Spanish1.6%
88% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Trafalgar vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Trafalgar is $83,214, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 3.3% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 36 minutes.

Income: Trafalgar vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,214
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,744
Avg Weekly Wage$970
IRS Avg AGI$83,730

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment3.3%
8% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.2%
74% below US avg
Establishments (County)4,199
County GDP$8,253M

Business (County)

Restaurants330
Healthcare426
Retail505
Manufacturing140

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.92%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time35.6 min
Work from Home11.4%

Walkability

The median home value in Trafalgar is $216,400, 23% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,000 (14% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $360,137.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$216,400
23% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$360,137
Median List Price$290,450

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$290,450
$/Sq Ft$128
Homes Sold1
Sale-to-List Ratio98.3%
Price Drops33.3%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,000
14% 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-Occupied77.6%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,164
19% above US avg
Effective Rate1.92%
In Trafalgar, 38.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 27.0% report depression. 20.9% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.5%
20% above US avg
Diabetes9.9%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure34.0%
Asthma11.2%
COPD6.2%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking19.3%
Physical Inactivity20.9%
Depression27.0%
Mental Distress18.1%
Physical Distress12.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate93.4%
Checkup Rate79.0%
Premature Death8,086/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.4/10
Exercise Access81.9%
Healthcare Facilities426

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Safety Score

Trafalgar 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 45.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

27°F Jan (-3°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.6°F
4% below US avg
January Average27°F (-3°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall45.4 inches
19% above US avg
Snowfall16.9 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation842 ft (257 m)
Area2.6 sq mi (6.6 km²)
Population Density560/sq mi
Coordinates39.4124°N, 86.1499°W
County FIPS18081
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 24.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (28% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 34.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 66.3%
D 32%

Winner: Republican by 34.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.4%
28% below US avg
High School+92.7%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density560/sq mi
Total Area2.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Alt Fuel Stations1
Public Libraries7
Healthcare Facilities426
Restaurants330
Retail Stores505

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)16

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute35.6 min
Work from Home11.4%

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