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Vera Cruz, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Vera Cruz is a small town in Indiana with a population of 29. Residents earn $44,583 per year, which is 41% below the national average.

3.4 /5.0
B Good
29 Population 290/sq mi density
$44,583 Median Income $38,186 per capita
$77,500 Home Value
$1,188 Median Rent 33.1% income on rent
50°F Avg Temperature 275 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.4 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$44,583 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$77,500 home value, $1,188/mo rent
F
Education
1.4 / 5.0
5.6% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $44,583
41% lower than US avg
Home Value $77,500
73% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 5.6%
83% lower than US avg
Median Rent $1,188
2% higher than US avg
Obesity Rate 38.9%
21% higher than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 3.5%
72% lower than US avg

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

People

Population29
Median Age44.8 yrs
Density290/mi²
Male / Female62% / 38%
Largest GroupWhite 97%
Veterans26.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$44,583
Per Capita$38,186
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty3.5%
County GDP$1,577M
Commute25 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$77,500
Rent$1,188
OwnershipN/A
Housing Units33
Rent Burden33.1%

Health

Obesity38.9%
Uninsured7.6%
Smoking15.3%
Depression25.6%
Heart Disease5.1%

Climate

Avg Temp50°F (10°C)
AQI41 (Good)
Rain40.0 in/yr
Sunny Days275/yr
Elevation824 ft (251 m)

Education

F
Bachelor's+5.6%
High School+94.4%
Graduate+0.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 78% / D 20%
Commute25 min
Broadband21.0%
Libraries2

Is Vera Cruz a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Vera Cruz receives an overall livability score of 3.4 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, abundant sunshine, a low poverty rate. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. Vera Cruz offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Vera Cruz is $44,583, 41% below the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Vera Cruz is $77,500, 73% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $1,188 per month. At just 1.7x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 94.4% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Vera Cruz experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 50°F. Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. With 275 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 40.0 inches, including 23.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Vera Cruz has a population of 29 with a density of 290 people per square mile. The median age is 44.8 years, 15% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (96.6%), with 3.4% Hispanic.

Population

29
Total Population
290
People / sq mi
44.8yrs
Median Age
15% above US avg
0.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 62.1%
Female 37.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Vera Cruz vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Vera Cruz vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Vera Cruz is $44,583, which is 41% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 3.5% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 25 minutes.

Income: Vera Cruz vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$44,583
41% below US avg
Per Capita Income$38,186
Avg Weekly Wage$962
IRS Avg AGI$70,980

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate3.5%
72% below US avg
Establishments (County)706
County GDP$1,577M

Business (County)

Restaurants41
Healthcare63
Retail88
Manufacturing56

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,911
17% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate3.76%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time24.7 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Vera Cruz is $77,500, 73% below the national average. Monthly rent averages $1,188 (2% above US avg).

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$77,500
73% below US avg

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Rental Costs

Census Median Rent$1,188
2% above US avg
Rent Burden33.1%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$816
1 Bedroom$882
2 Bedrooms$1,096
3 Bedrooms$1,391
4 Bedrooms$1,590

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied57.1%
Housing Units33
Median Year Built1954

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,911
17% below US avg
Effective Rate3.76%
In Vera Cruz, 38.9% of adults are obese (above the 32.1% national rate). 7.6% of residents lack health insurance. 15.3% are current smokers. 25.6% report depression. 21.3% are physically inactive.

Health Metrics: Vera Cruz vs U.S. Average (%)

Chronic Conditions

Obesity38.9%
21% above US avg
Diabetes8.8%
Heart Disease5.1%
High Blood Pressure30.9%
Asthma10.3%
COPD6.0%
Cancer6.8%
Stroke2.5%

Behaviors & Mental Health

Smoking15.3%
9% above US avg
Binge Drinking18.4%
Physical Inactivity21.3%
Depression25.6%
Mental Distress17.9%
Physical Distress11.6%
Short Sleep33.7%

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate96.9%
Uninsured7.6%
12% below US avg
Checkup Rate72.8%
Dental Visits66.7%
Premature Death7,314/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.7/10
Exercise Access48.0%
Healthcare Facilities63
Vera Cruz has an average annual temperature of 50°F (10°C). Winters average 25°F in January while summers reach 73°F in July. Annual precipitation is 40.0 inches. The area enjoys 275 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

25°F Jan (-4°C) 73°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average50.1°F
7% below US avg
January Average25°F (-4°C)
July Average73°F (23°C)
Sunny Days275 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall40.0 inches
5% above US avg
Snowfall23.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation824 ft (251 m)
Area0.1 sq mi (0.3 km²)
Population Density290/sq mi
Coordinates40.7014°N, 85.0797°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18179
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 5.6% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (83% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 57.9-point margin. 21.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 78.1%
D 20.2%

Winner: Republican by 57.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+5.6%
83% below US avg
High School+94.4%
Graduate Degree+0.0%
School Test Score6.01
F Education Grade (1.4/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density290/sq mi
Total Area0.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access21.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities63
Restaurants41
Retail Stores88

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute24.7 min
Drive Alone87.5%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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