Velpen, IN

Indiana

Velpen is a small town in Indiana with a population of 23.

5.0 /5.0
A+ Excellent
23 Population 70/sq mi density
55°F Avg Temperature 290 sunny days/yr
A+
Overall
5.0 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
0.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population23
Median AgeN/A
Density70/mi²
Male / Female44% / 57%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans23.0%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per CapitaN/A
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$694M

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$264,534

Climate

Avg Temp55°F (13°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain52.3 in/yr
Sunny Days290/yr
Elevation473 ft (144 m)

Education

A+
Bachelor's+0.0%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 22%
CommuteN/A
Broadband10.0%
Libraries3

Is Velpen a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Velpen receives an overall livability score of 5.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Velpen 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 0.0%. 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%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Velpen experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 55°F. Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. With 290 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 52.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Velpen has a population of 23 with a density of 70 people per square mile. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

23
Total Population
70
People / sq mi
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 43.5%
Female 56.5%

Race & Ethnicity

Velpen vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

Other Languages100%

Social Characteristics

Velpen vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Velpen is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Velpen vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Avg Weekly Wage$1,158
IRS Avg AGI$61,789

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)213
County GDP$694M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare19
Retail28
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,913
17% below US avg

Commute & Transportation

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $264,534.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$264,534

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)$2,913
17% below US avg
Velpen has an average annual temperature of 55°F (13°C). Winters average 31°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 52.3 inches. The area enjoys 290 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

31°F Jan (-0°C) 76°F Jul (25°C)
Annual Average55.3°F
2% above US avg
January Average31°F (-0°C)
July Average76°F (25°C)
Sunny Days290 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall52.3 inches
38% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation473 ft (144 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density70/sq mi
Coordinates38.3553°N, 87.1055°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18125
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, 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 54.9-point margin. 10.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 76.7%
D 21.9%

Winner: Republican by 54.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+0.0%
100% below US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density70/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access10.0%
Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities19
Restaurants11
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

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