Walesboro, IN

Indiana · Metropolitan Area

Walesboro is a small town in Indiana with a population of 233. Residents earn $83,663 per year, which is 11% above the national average.

4.9 /5.0
A+ Excellent
233 Population 1,013/sq mi density
$83,663 Median Income $39,796 per capita
$198,700 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
54°F Avg Temperature
A+
Overall
4.9 / 5.0
Excellent overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
A+
Economy
4.7 / 5.0
$83,663 median income, 1.5% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$198,700 home value
A+
Education
5.0 / 5.0
56.9% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $83,663
11% higher than US avg
Home Value $198,700
30% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 56.9%
69% higher than US avg
Unemployment 1.5%
58% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 0.0%
100% lower than US avg

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

People

Population233
Median Age23.9 yrs
Density1,013/mi²
Male / Female45% / 55%
Largest GroupWhite 100%

Economy

A+
Median Income$83,663
Per Capita$39,796
Unemployment1.5%
Poverty0.0%
County GDP$9,284M

Housing

A+
Home Value$198,700
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp54°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain47.3 in/yr
Elevation607 ft

Education

A+
Bachelor's+56.9%
High School+100.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 63% / D 35%
CommuteN/A
Libraries3

Is Walesboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Walesboro receives an overall livability score of 4.9 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A+. Key strengths include above-average household incomes, low unemployment, a highly educated population, affordable housing. Walesboro stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Walesboro is $83,663, 11% above the national average of $75,149. Residents generally enjoy above-average earning potential. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 1.5%. Only 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line, well below the national rate of 12.4%.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Walesboro is $198,700, 30% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 2.4x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

Walesboro is a highly educated community — 56.9% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher, well above the national average of 33.7%. 100.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Walesboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 54°F. Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 47.3 inches, including 16.3 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Walesboro has a population of 233 with a density of 1,013 people per square mile. The median age is 23.9 years, 39% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

233
Total Population
1,013
People / sq mi
23.9yrs
Median Age
39% below US avg
0.2mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 45.1%
Female 54.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Walesboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Walesboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Walesboro is $83,663, which is 11% above the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 1.5% (below the 3.6% US average). 0.0% of residents live below the poverty line.

Income: Walesboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$83,663
11% above US avg
Per Capita Income$39,796
Avg Weekly Wage$1,411
IRS Avg AGI$81,767

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment1.5%
58% below US avg
Poverty Rate0.0%
100% below US avg
Establishments (County)2,119
County GDP$9,284M

Business (County)

Restaurants168
Healthcare242
Retail293
Manufacturing136

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Tax Rate2.24%

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home15.1%

Walkability

The median home value in Walesboro is $198,700, 30% below the national average.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$198,700
30% below US avg

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-Occupied58.7%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$4,448
27% above US avg
Effective Rate2.24%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,281/100K

Food & Exercise

Food Environment7.4/10
Exercise Access70.6%
Healthcare Facilities242

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Safety Score

Walesboro has an average annual temperature of 54°F (12°C). Winters average 30°F in January while summers reach 76°F in July. Annual precipitation is 47.3 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

30°F Jan (-1°C) 76°F Jul (24°C)
Annual Average54.1°F
0% below US avg
January Average30°F (-1°C)
July Average76°F (24°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall47.3 inches
25% above US avg
Snowfall16.3 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation607 ft (185 m)
Area0.2 sq mi (0.6 km²)
Population Density1,013/sq mi
Coordinates39.1425°N, 85.9119°W
County FIPS18005
It is classified as Metro — under 250K. 56.9% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (69% above US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 27.3-point margin.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 62.7%
D 35.3%

Winner: Republican by 27.3 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+56.9%
69% above US avg
High School+100.0%
School Test Score6.01
A+ Education Grade (5.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 3Metro — under 250K
Population Density1,013/sq mi
Total Area0.2 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Public Libraries3
Healthcare Facilities242
Restaurants168
Retail Stores293

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)8

Commute & Transportation

Work from Home15.1%

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