Van Bibber Lake, IN

Indiana

Van Bibber Lake is a small town in Indiana with a population of 483. Residents earn $32,195 per year, which is 57% below the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
483 Population 1,858/sq mi density
$32,195 Median Income $14,347 per capita
N/A Home Value
N/A Median Rent
51°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.6 / 5.0
$32,195 median income, 1.6% unemployment
A+
Education
4.9 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $32,195
57% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.6%
56% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

How Van Bibber Lake Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population483
Median Age21.4 yrs
Density1,858/mi²
Male / Female67% / 34%
Largest GroupWhite 93%

Economy

B+
Median Income$32,195
Per Capita$14,347
Unemployment1.6%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$1,459M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

Obesity38.9%
UninsuredN/A
Depression28.3%
Heart Disease6.0%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain46.1 in/yr
Elevation806 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+96.5%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 75% / D 23%
CommuteN/A
Libraries2

Is Van Bibber Lake a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Van Bibber Lake receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Van Bibber Lake stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Van Bibber Lake is $32,195, 57% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.6%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Education

0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 96.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Van Bibber Lake experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 46.1 inches, including 22.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Van Bibber Lake has a population of 483 with a density of 1,858 people per square mile. The median age is 21.4 years, 45% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (93%).

Population

483
Total Population
1,858
People / sq mi
21.4yrs
Median Age
45% below US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 66.5%
Female 33.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Van Bibber Lake vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Van Bibber Lake vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Van Bibber Lake is $32,195, which is 57% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.6% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Van Bibber Lake vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$32,195
57% below US avg
Per Capita Income$14,347
Avg Weekly Wage$975
IRS Avg AGI$65,519

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.6%
56% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)768
County GDP$1,459M

Business (County)

Restaurants79
Healthcare71
Retail111
Manufacturing22

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,138
39% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home41.3%

Walkability

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

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-Occupied57.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,138
39% below US avg
In Van Bibber Lake, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 28.3% report depression. 23.4% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Van Bibber Lake vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes10.8%
Heart Disease6.0%
High Blood Pressure33.3%
Asthma12.0%
COPD7.5%
Stroke3.0%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Binge Drinking17.8%
Physical Inactivity23.4%
Depression28.3%
Mental Distress19.6%
Physical Distress13.4%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate85.8%
Checkup Rate78.0%
Premature Death8,446/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment8.3/10
Exercise Access62.4%
Healthcare Facilities71

Crime Rates: Van Bibber Lake vs U.S. Average (per 100,000)

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Van Bibber Lake has an average annual temperature of 51°F (10°C). Winters average 26°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 46.1 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

26°F Jan (-4°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average50.5°F
6% below US avg
January Average26°F (-4°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall46.1 inches
21% above US avg
Snowfall22.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation806 ft (246 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.7 km²)
Population Density1,858/sq mi
Coordinates39.7292°N, 86.9298°W
County FIPS18133
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 0.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (100% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 52-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 75.1%
D 23.1%

Winner: Republican by 52 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+96.5%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (4.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density1,858/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities71
Restaurants79
Retail Stores111

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home41.3%

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