Wadesville, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Wadesville is a small town in Indiana with a population of 778. Residents earn $92,745 per year, which is 23% above the national average.

4.2 /5.0
A Great
778 Population 682/sq mi density
$92,745 Median Income $36,703 per capita
$187,000 Home Value $294,416 Zillow
N/A Median Rent
57°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.2 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.8 / 5.0
$92,745 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$187,000 home value
C+
Education
2.9 / 5.0
24.0% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $92,745
23% higher than US avg
Home Value $187,000
34% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 24.0%
29% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 6.2%
50% lower than US avg

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

People

Population778
Median Age47.9 yrs
Density682/mi²
Male / Female57% / 43%
Largest GroupWhite 99%
Veterans14.6%

Economy

A+
Median Income$92,745
Per Capita$36,703
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty6.2%
County GDP$5,935M
Commute29 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$187,000
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$294,416

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp57°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.9 in/yr
Elevation455 ft

Education

C+
Bachelor's+24.0%
High School+87.3%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 28%
Commute29 min
Broadband97.7%
Libraries4

Is Wadesville a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Wadesville receives an overall livability score of 4.2 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, affordable housing, a low poverty rate. Wadesville stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Wadesville is $92,745, 23% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. Only 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Wadesville is $187,000, 34% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 87.3% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Wadesville enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 57°F. Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.9 inches, including 10.8 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Wadesville has a population of 778 with a density of 682 people per square mile. The median age is 47.9 years, 23% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (98.7%), with 1.3% Black.

Population

778
Total Population
682
People / sq mi
47.9yrs
Median Age
23% above US avg
1.1mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 57.2%
Female 42.8%

Race & Ethnicity

Wadesville vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Wadesville vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Wadesville is $92,745, which is 23% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 6.2% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Wadesville vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$92,745
23% above US avg
Per Capita Income$36,703
Avg Weekly Wage$1,309
IRS Avg AGI$79,498

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate6.2%
50% below US avg
Establishments (County)590
County GDP$5,935M

Business (County)

Restaurants39
Healthcare43
Retail57
Manufacturing29

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$2,885
18% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.54%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time28.7 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Wadesville is $187,000, 34% below the national average. Zillow estimates the typical home value at $294,416.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$187,000
34% below US avg
Zillow ZHVI$294,416

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-Occupied76.5%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$2,885
18% below US avg
Effective Rate1.54%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate82.6%
Premature Death7,521/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.9/10
Exercise Access26.0%
Healthcare Facilities43

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Safety Score

Wadesville has an average annual temperature of 57°F (14°C). Winters average 34°F in January while summers reach 79°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

34°F Jan (1°C) 79°F Jul (26°C)
Annual Average57.2°F
6% above US avg
January Average34°F (1°C)
July Average79°F (26°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.9 inches
26% above US avg
Snowfall10.8 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation455 ft (139 m)
Area1.1 sq mi (3.0 km²)
Population Density682/sq mi
Coordinates38.1038°N, 87.7902°W
County FIPS18129
It is classified as Metro — 250K–1M. 24.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (29% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 43.4-point margin. 97.7% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71%
D 27.5%

Winner: Republican by 43.4 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+24.0%
29% below US avg
High School+87.3%
School Test Score6.01
C+ Education Grade (2.9/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 2Metro — 250K–1M
Population Density682/sq mi
Total Area1.1 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access97.7%
Public Libraries4
Healthcare Facilities43
Restaurants39
Retail Stores57

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)1

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute28.7 min
Drive Alone90.6%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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