Tunnelton, IN

Indiana

Tunnelton is a small town in Indiana with a population of 104. Residents earn $78,241 per year, which is 4% above the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
104 Population 186/sq mi density
$78,241 Median Income $34,154 per capita
$155,900 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.6 / 5.0
$78,241 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$155,900 home value
A+
Education
4.6 / 5.0
45.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $78,241
4% higher than US avg
Home Value $155,900
45% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 45.0%
34% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population104
Median Age28.3 yrs
Density186/mi²
Male / Female21% / 79%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans74.0%

Economy

A+
Median Income$78,241
Per Capita$34,154
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,784M
Commute49 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$155,900
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain49.5 in/yr
Elevation644 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+45.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 24%
Commute49 min
Broadband52.0%
Libraries2

Is Tunnelton a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Tunnelton receives an overall livability score of 4.7 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include long commute times. Tunnelton stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Tunnelton is $78,241, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes, longer than the typical American commute of 28 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Tunnelton is $155,900, 45% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 45.0% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Tunnelton experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 49.5 inches, including 12.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Tunnelton has a population of 104 with a density of 186 people per square mile. The median age is 28.3 years, 27% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

104
Total Population
186
People / sq mi
28.3yrs
Median Age
27% below US avg
0.6mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 21.2%
Female 78.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Tunnelton vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Tunnelton vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Tunnelton is $78,241, which is 4% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 49 minutes.

Income: Tunnelton vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$78,241
4% above US avg
Per Capita Income$34,154
Avg Weekly Wage$949
IRS Avg AGI$60,281

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)906
County GDP$1,784M

Business (County)

Restaurants58
Healthcare126
Retail165
Manufacturing53

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,863
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.84%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time49.3 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Tunnelton is $155,900, 45% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$155,900
45% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

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%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,863
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.84%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death10,600/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.0/10
Exercise Access74.6%
Healthcare Facilities126

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Safety Score

Tunnelton has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 49.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average31°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall49.5 inches
30% above US avg
Snowfall12.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation644 ft (196 m)
Area0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²)
Population Density186/sq mi
Coordinates38.7732°N, 86.3412°W
County FIPS18093
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 45.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (34% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 51-point margin. 52.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 74.6%
D 23.6%

Winner: Republican by 51 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+45.0%
34% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.6/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density186/sq mi
Total Area0.6 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access52.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities126
Restaurants58
Retail Stores165

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute49.3 min
Drive Alone75.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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