Webster, IN

Indiana

Webster is a small town in Indiana with a population of 149. Residents earn $75,511 per year, which is 0% below the national average.

4.1 /5.0
A Great
149 Population 438/sq mi density
$75,511 Median Income $29,062 per capita
$94,800 Home Value
N/A Median Rent
52°F Avg Temperature
A
Overall
4.1 / 5.0
Great overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B+
Economy
3.9 / 5.0
$75,511 median income, 0.0% unemployment
A+
Affordability
5.0 / 5.0
$94,800 home value
B+
Education
3.5 / 5.0
31.4% bachelor's degree or higher
Median Income $75,511
0% lower than US avg
Home Value $94,800
66% lower than US avg
Bachelor's+ 31.4%
7% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 17.1%
38% higher than US avg

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

People

Population149
Median Age60.9 yrs
Density438/mi²
Male / Female67% / 33%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans0.0%

Economy

B+
Median Income$75,511
Per Capita$29,062
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty17.1%
County GDP$216M
Commute20 min

Housing

A+
Home Value$94,800
RentN/A
Ownership100.0%

Crime

ViolentN/A
PropertyN/A

Health

ObesityN/A
UninsuredN/A

Climate

Avg Temp52°F
AQI41 (Good)
Rain42.9 in/yr
Elevation1,079 ft

Education

B+
Bachelor's+31.4%
High School+85.0%
School Score6.01

Community

2024 VoteR 77% / D 21%
Commute20 min
Broadband70.0%
Libraries1

Is Webster a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Webster receives an overall livability score of 4.1 out of 5.0, earning a grade of A. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing, high health insurance coverage. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Webster stands out as an excellent place to live, with strong marks across most quality-of-life indicators.

Economy & Jobs

The median household income in Webster is $75,511, roughly in line with the national average of $75,149. The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 17.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Cost of Living & Housing

The median home value in Webster is $94,800, 66% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. At just 1.3x median income, home prices are very affordable relative to local earnings.

Education

31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 85.0% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.

Climate & Weather

Webster experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 52°F. Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Webster has a population of 149 with a density of 438 people per square mile. The median age is 60.9 years, 57% older than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

149
Total Population
438
People / sq mi
60.9yrs
Median Age
57% above US avg
0.3mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 67.1%
Female 32.9%

Race & Ethnicity

Webster vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

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

Social Characteristics

Webster vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Webster is $75,511, which is 0% below the national average of $75,149. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 17.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 20 minutes.

Income: Webster vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Median HH Income$75,511
0% below US avg
Per Capita Income$29,062
Avg Weekly Wage$845
IRS Avg AGI$58,495

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate17.1%
38% above US avg
Establishments (County)150
County GDP$216M

Business (County)

Restaurants11
Healthcare8
Retail28
Manufacturing7

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$1,775
49% below US avg
Effective Tax Rate1.87%

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time20.0 min
Drive Alone41.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

The median home value in Webster is $94,800, 66% below the national average. 100.0% of homes are owner-occupied.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Census Median$94,800
66% 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

Homeownership100.0%
Owner-Occupied100.0%

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$1,775
49% below US avg
Effective Rate1.87%

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

Chronic Conditions

Behaviors & Mental Health

Healthcare Access

Insurance Rate100.0%
Premature Death9,986/100K

Food & Exercise

Exercise Access62.1%
Healthcare Facilities8

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

Violent Crime

Property Crime

Traffic Safety

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Safety Score

Webster has an average annual temperature of 52°F (11°C). Winters average 28°F in January while summers reach 74°F in July. Annual precipitation is 42.9 inches. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.

Temperature

28°F Jan (-2°C) 74°F Jul (23°C)
Annual Average52.3°F
3% below US avg
January Average28°F (-2°C)
July Average74°F (23°C)

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall42.9 inches
13% above US avg

Air Quality

AQI Median41.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,079 ft (329 m)
Area0.3 sq mi (0.9 km²)
Population Density438/sq mi
Coordinates39.9013°N, 84.9428°W
TimezoneAmerica/Indiana/Indianapolis
County FIPS18161
It is classified as Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent. 31.4% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (7% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 55.9-point margin. 70.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 77.2%
D 21.4%

Winner: Republican by 55.9 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+31.4%
7% below US avg
High School+85.0%
School Test Score6.01
B+ Education Grade (3.5/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 8Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent
Population Density438/sq mi
Total Area0.3 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access70.0%
Public Libraries1
Healthcare Facilities8
Restaurants11
Retail Stores28

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)2

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute20.0 min
Drive Alone41.7%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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