Ulen, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Ulen is a small town in Indiana with a population of 147.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
147 Population 639/sq mi density
N/A Median Income $74,890 per capita
$437,100 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Home Value $437,100
55% higher than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.7%
68% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 36.5%
14% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.8%
78% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.4%
73% lower than US avg

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

People

Population147
Median Age51.6 yrs
Density639/mi²
Male / Female54% / 46%
Largest GroupWhite 91%
Veterans97.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$74,890
Unemployment0.8%
Poverty3.4%
County GDP$6,412M
Commute22 min

Housing

Home Value$437,100
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity36.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression24.9%
Heart Disease6.1%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.4 in/yr
Elevation932 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.7%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 57% / D 41%
Commute22 min
Broadband62.0%
Libraries4

Is Ulen a Good Place to Live?

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

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.8%. Only 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Ulen is $437,100, making it a premium housing market at 55% above the U.S. median of $281,900.

Education

Ulen is a highly educated community — 56.7% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Ulen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Ulen has a population of 147 with a density of 639 people per square mile. The median age is 51.6 years, 33% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (91.2%).

Population

147
Total Population
639
People / sq mi
51.6yrs
Median Age
33% above US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 54.4%
Female 45.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Ulen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Ulen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Ulen is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.8% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.4% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Ulen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$74,890
Avg Weekly Wage$1,075
IRS Avg AGI$138,755

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.8%
78% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.4%
73% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,538
County GDP$6,412M

Business (County)

Restaurants141
Healthcare170
Retail183
Manufacturing78

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$7,156
104% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.64%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time21.8 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

Walkability

The median home value in Ulen is $437,100, 55% above the national average. 100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$437,100
55% above 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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$7,156
104% above US avg
Effective Rate1.64%
In Ulen, 36.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 24.9% report depression. 24.5% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity36.5%
14% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease6.1%
High Blood Pressure33.4%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.9%
Stroke3.1%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.4%
Physical Inactivity24.5%
Depression24.9%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress14.0%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate99.3%
Checkup Rate77.8%
Premature Death6,189/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment9.1/10
Exercise Access83.1%
Healthcare Facilities170

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Ulen has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.4 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-3°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average51.2°F
5% below US avg
January Average26°F (-3°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.4 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation932 ft (284 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density639/sq mi
Coordinates40.0661°N, 86.4652°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18011
It is classified as Metro — 1 million+. 56.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (68% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 16-point margin. 62.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 57%
D 41%

Winner: Republican by 16 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.7%
68% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 1Metro — 1 million+
Population Density639/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access62.0%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants141
Retail Stores183

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute21.8 min
Drive Alone88.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home8.2%

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