Indiana
West Baden Springs is a small town in Indiana with a population of 608. Residents earn $38,750 per year, which is 48% below the national average.
Based on current data, West Baden Springs receives an overall livability score of 3.3 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, affordable housing. Areas to be aware of include below-average incomes, high obesity rates. West Baden Springs offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.
The median household income in West Baden Springs is $38,750, 48% below the national average of $75,149. Unemployment stands at 3.2%, indicating a healthy job market. The poverty rate of 16.0% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 21 minutes.
The median home value in West Baden Springs is $120,500, 57% below the national median — offering relatively affordable homeownership. Renters pay a median of $818 per month, below the national average — a plus for affordability. A price-to-income ratio of 3.1x indicates a reasonably affordable housing market.
9.0% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 74.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 6/10.
West Baden Springs enjoys a moderate climate with an average annual temperature of 56°F. Winters average 32°F in January while summers reach 77°F in July. Annual precipitation totals 50.0 inches, including 13.6 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 41.
| English Only | 99.1% |
| 26% above US avg | |
| Spanish | 0.9% |
| 93% below US avg |
| Median HH Income | $38,750 |
| 48% below US avg | |
| Per Capita Income | $29,719 |
| Avg Weekly Wage | $867 |
| IRS Avg AGI | $54,247 |
| Unemployment | 3.2% |
| 11% below US avg | |
| Poverty Rate | 16.0% |
| 29% above US avg | |
| Establishments (County) | 400 |
| County GDP | $992M |
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Healthcare | 45 |
| Retail | 61 |
| Manufacturing | 21 |
| Property Tax (IRS) | $2,643 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Effective Tax Rate | 2.19% |
| Commute Time | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |
| Census Median | $120,500 |
| 57% below US avg | |
| Zillow ZHVI | $193,498 |
| Census Median Rent | $818 |
| 30% below US avg |
| Studio | $816 |
| 1 Bedroom | $882 |
| 2 Bedrooms | $1,096 |
| 3 Bedrooms | $1,391 |
| 4 Bedrooms | $1,590 |
| Owner-Occupied | 61.0% |
| Avg Tax (IRS) | $2,643 |
| 24% below US avg | |
| Effective Rate | 2.19% |
| Obesity | 40.9% |
| 27% above US avg | |
| Diabetes | 12.2% |
| Heart Disease | 6.6% |
| High Blood Pressure | 36.8% |
| Asthma | 12.1% |
| COPD | 9.4% |
| Stroke | 3.5% |
| Binge Drinking | 17.5% |
| Physical Inactivity | 28.6% |
| Depression | 28.8% |
| Mental Distress | 21.3% |
| Physical Distress | 15.5% |
| Insurance Rate | 92.3% |
| Checkup Rate | 77.2% |
| Premature Death | 9,621/100K |
| Food Environment | 7.9/10 |
| Exercise Access | 69.9% |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Annual Average | 55.6°F |
| 3% above US avg | |
| January Average | 32°F (0°C) |
| July Average | 77°F (25°C) |
| Annual Rainfall | 50.0 inches |
| 32% above US avg | |
| Snowfall | 13.6 inches/yr |
| AQI Median | 41.0 |
| Rating | Good |
| Elevation | 561 ft (171 m) |
| Area | 1.1 sq mi (2.9 km²) |
| Population Density | 548/sq mi |
| Coordinates | 38.5682°N, 86.6123°W |
| County FIPS | 18117 |
Winner: Republican by 52.2 points
| Bachelor's Degree+ | 9.0% |
| 73% below US avg | |
| High School+ | 74.5% |
| School Test Score | 6.01 |
| RUCC Code 8 | Nonmetro — Rural, adjacent |
| Population Density | 548/sq mi |
| Total Area | 1.1 sq mi |
| EV Charging Stations | 1 |
| Alt Fuel Stations | 1 |
| Public Libraries | 3 |
| Healthcare Facilities | 45 |
| Restaurants | 43 |
| Retail Stores | 61 |
| Fatal Crashes (County/yr) | 2 |
| Avg Commute | 21.3 min |
| Work from Home | 2.9% |