Median Income
$72,750
3% lower than US avg
Home Value
$190,500
32% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+
21.1%
37% lower than US avg
Median Rent
$735
37% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate
39.5%
23% higher than US avg
Unemployment
0.7%
81% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate
1.8%
85% lower than US avg
How Valparaiso Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)
People
Population553
Median Age43.1 yrs
Density988/mi²
Male / Female56% / 44%
Largest GroupWhite 98%
Economy
A+
Median Income$72,750
Per Capita$37,387
Unemployment0.7%
Poverty1.8%
County GDP$1,090M
Commute32 min
Housing
A+
Home Value$190,500
Rent$735
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$375,573
Health
Obesity39.5%
UninsuredN/A
Depression17.7%
Heart Disease5.0%
Climate
Avg Temp50°F
AQI32 (Good)
Rain31.6 in/yr
Elevation1,305 ft
Education
C+
Bachelor's+21.1%
High School+91.9%
School Score5.81
Community
2024 VoteR 73% / D 26%
Commute32 min
Libraries6
Is Valparaiso a Good Place to Live?
Based on current data, Valparaiso receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include high obesity rates. Valparaiso stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.
Economy & Jobs
The median household income in Valparaiso is $72,750, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.7%. Only 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Cost of Living & Housing
The median home value in Valparaiso is $190,500, 32% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $735 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
21.1% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 91.9% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.8/10.
Climate & Weather
Valparaiso experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 31.6 inches, including 34.4 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Valparaiso has a population of 553 with a density of 988 people per square mile. The median age is 43.1 years, 11% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (97.5%), with 1.8% Hispanic.
Population
43.1yrs
Median Age
11% above US avg
Race & Ethnicity
Valparaiso vs U.S. Average
Language Spoken at Home
| English Only | 100.0% |
| 27% above US avg |
| Spanish | 0.0% |
| 100% below US avg |
Social Characteristics
Valparaiso vs U.S. Average
The median household income in Valparaiso is $72,750, which is 3% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.7% (below the 3.6% US average). 1.8% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 32 minutes.
Income: Valparaiso vs U.S.
Income
| Median HH Income | $72,750 |
| 3% below US avg |
| Per Capita Income | $37,387 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $960 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $104,730 |
Employment & Poverty
| Unemployment | 0.7% |
| 81% below US avg |
| Poverty Rate | 1.8% |
| 85% below US avg |
| Establishments (County) | 656 |
| County GDP | $1,090M |
Business (County)
| Restaurants | 41 |
| Healthcare | 33 |
| Retail | 72 |
| Manufacturing | 16 |
Tax & Cost of Living
| Property Tax (IRS) | $6,137 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Tax Rate | 3.22% |
Commute & Transportation
| Commute Time | 31.6 min |
| Work from Home | 6.3% |
The median home value in Valparaiso is $190,500, 32% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $735 (37% below US avg). Zillow estimates the typical home value at $375,573.
Home Values
| Census Median | $190,500 |
| 32% below US avg |
| Zillow ZHVI | $375,573 |
Real Estate Market (Redfin)
Rental Costs
| Census Median Rent | $735 |
| 37% below US avg |
HUD Fair Market Rent
| Studio | $706 |
| 1 Bedroom | $791 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,001 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,274 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,409 |
Ownership & Property
Property Tax
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $6,137 |
| 75% above US avg |
| Effective Rate | 3.22% |
In Valparaiso, 39.5% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 17.7% report depression. 23.0% are physically inactive.
Health Metrics: Valparaiso vs U.S. Average (%)
Chronic Conditions
| Obesity | 39.5% |
| 23% above US avg |
| Diabetes | 8.6% |
| Heart Disease | 5.0% |
| High Blood Pressure | 30.0% |
| Asthma | 9.2% |
| COPD | 5.4% |
| Stroke | 2.6% |
Behaviors & Mental Health
| |
| Binge Drinking | 24.1% |
| Physical Inactivity | 23.0% |
| Depression | 17.7% |
| Mental Distress | 14.6% |
| Physical Distress | 10.7% |
Healthcare Access
| Insurance Rate | 98.4% |
| |
| Checkup Rate | 72.6% |
| Premature Death | 6,667/100K |
Food & Exercise
| Food Environment | 8.3/10 |
| Exercise Access | 61.5% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 33 |
Crime Rates: Valparaiso vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)
Traffic Safety
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 1 |
Safety Score
Valparaiso has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 23°F in January while summers reach 75°F in July. Annual precipitation is 31.6 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 32.
Temperature
23°F Jan (-5°C)
75°F Jul (24°C)
| Annual Average | 50.1°F |
| 7% below US avg |
| January Average | 23°F (-5°C) |
| July Average | 75°F (24°C) |
Precipitation & Snow
| Annual Rainfall | 31.6 inches |
| 17% below US avg |
| Snowfall | 34.4 inches/yr |
Air Quality
| AQI Median | 32.0 |
| Rating | Good |
Geography
| Elevation | 1,305 ft (398 m) |
| Area | 0.6 sq mi (1.5 km²) |
| Population Density | 988/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 41.0801°N, 96.8336°W |
| County FIPS | 31155 |