Upland, IN

Indiana

Upland is a small town in Indiana with a population of 3,935. Residents earn $74,663 per year, which is 1% below the national average.

4.7 /5.0
A+ Excellent
3,935 Population 1,253/sq mi density
$74,663 Median Income $22,586 per capita
$170,800 Home Value $225,956 Zillow
$800 Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.7 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.5 / 5.0
$74,663 median income, 1.4% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$170,800 home value, $800/mo rent
A
Education
4.5 / 5.0
43.7% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $74,663
1% lower than US avg
Home Value $170,800
39% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 43.7%
30% higher than US avg
Median Rent $800
31% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 39.3%
22% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.4%
61% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 4.6%
63% lower than US avg

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

People

Population3,935
Median Age21.8 yrs
Density1,253/mi²
Male / Female48% / 52%
Largest GroupWhite 83%

Economy

A+
Median Income$74,663
Per Capita$22,586
Unemployment1.4%
Poverty4.6%
County GDP$3,220M
Commute22 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$170,800
Rent$800
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$225,956

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity39.3%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.6%
Heart Disease5.8%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.5 in/yr

Education

A
Bachelor's+43.7%
High School+91.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 70% / D 28%
Commute22 min
Libraries8

Is Upland a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Upland 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 high obesity rates. Upland stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Upland is $74,663, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.4%. Only 4.6% 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 Upland is $170,800, 39% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $800 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. At just 2.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Educational attainment is solid, with 43.7% holding a bachelor's degree or higher, near the national average. 91.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Upland 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 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Upland has a population of 3,935 with a density of 1,253 people per square mile. The median age is 21.8 years, 44% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (82.7%), with 3% Hispanic, 2.4% Black.

Population

3,935
Total Population
1,253
People / sq mi
21.8yrs
Median Age
44% below US avg
3.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 48.3%
Female 51.7%

Race & Ethnicity

Upland vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only92.6%
18% above US avg
Spanish7.4%
45% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Upland vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Upland is $74,663, which is 1% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.4% (below the 3.6% US average). 4.6% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 22 minutes.

Income: Upland vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$74,663
1% below US avg
Per Capita Income$22,586
Avg Weekly Wage$979
IRS Avg AGI$53,014

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.4%
61% below US avg
Poverty Rate4.6%
63% below US avg
Establishments (County)1,280
County GDP$3,220M

Business (County)

Restaurants132
Healthcare170
Retail215
Manufacturing58

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,512
28% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.47%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time22.2 min
Work from Home15.8%

Walkability

The median home value in Upland is $170,800, 39% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $800 (31% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $225,956.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$170,800
39% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$225,956
Median List Price$259,165

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$259,165
$/Sq Ft$143
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio100.0%
Price Drops16.7%
Inventory6

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$800
31% 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-Occupied79.4%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,512
28% below US avg
Effective Rate1.47%
In Upland, 39.3% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.6% report depression. 24.0% are physically inactive.

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

Chronic Conditions

Obesity39.3%
22% above US avg
Diabetes11.1%
Heart Disease5.8%
High Blood Pressure34.5%
Asthma11.5%
COPD7.3%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity24.0%
Depression28.6%
Mental Distress19.2%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate91.1%
Checkup Rate78.9%
Premature Death14,895/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment6.9/10
Exercise Access74.0%
Healthcare Facilities170

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Safety Score

Upland 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 42.5 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.9°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.5 inches
12% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Area3.1 sq mi (8.1 km²)
Population Density1,253/sq mi
Coordinates40.4628°N, 85.5010°W
County FIPS18053
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent. 43.7% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (30% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 41.8-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 70%
D 28.2%

Winner: Republican by 41.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+43.7%
30% above US avg
High School+91.3%
School Test Score6.01
A Education Grade (4.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 4Nonmetro — Urban 20K+, adjacent
Population Density1,253/sq mi
Total Area3.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries8
Healthcare Facilities170
Restaurants132
Retail Stores215

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)10

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute22.2 min
Work from Home15.8%

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